Topic Category: nonav

  [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter] [ezcol_3quarter_end]It’s time to check what you have learned! Please respond to the following question and review the feedback provided. You are encouraged to re-answer the question. The quiz is designed for you to engage in a self-reflective process. There is no passing score associated with your module completion. Quiz questions address content from […]

  [ezcol_3quarter]Explore the following reflective case scenario to see how the LEARN model can be used in everyday conversations with partners and supporters. The scenario focuses on a single decision point within a breastfeeding support conversation. You will be able to explore how different HCP actions can result in different outcomes and how the LEARN […]

  Including partners and supporters in breastfeeding conversations is a good starting point to assess their needs and engage with them. It’s also a great opportunity to encourage and empower them to become part of the breastfeeding team. The LEARN model is a relational communication tool that you can use in your conversations with partners […]

  Lesson 3 Summary [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter][ezcol_3quarter_end] Your role as a HCP is to enable and facilitate partner and supporter involvement in breastfeeding that is responsive to the breastfeeding parent’s needs. As you educate and involve partners and supporters in breastfeeding, the strategies you use will need to be tailored to the needs and circumstances of the […]

  [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter] [ezcol_3quarter_end]It’s time to check what you have learned! Please respond to the following questions and review the feedback provided. You are encouraged to re-answer the questions. The quiz is designed for you to engage in a self-reflective process. There is no passing score associated with your module completion. Quiz questions address content from […]

  [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter][ezcol_3quarter_end] You  may have the opportunity to support making your practice area more partner and supporter-friendly. The following research spotlight will provide you with some ideas and ‘next steps.’[/ezcol_3quarter_end]       Big-picture strategies to include partners and supporters Researchers Sherriff & Hall26 have developed several key ideas for HCPs to engage with fathers […]

  Grandmothers have unique needs when it comes to facilitating their positive involvement in breastfeeding. Many grandmothers have a lot of experience with infant feeding and your role as a HCP is to offer the opportunity for them to update and build on their knowledge as they navigate their supportive role. [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter][ezcol_3quarter_end] The  following table […]

  Research demonstrates that including partners in breastfeeding education and support improves rates of breastfeeding initiation, duration and exclusivity 24. HCPs can develop strategies that target partner breastfeeding knowledge and attitudes to facilitate improved partner involvement throughout the breastfeeding continuum 25 . [ezcol_3quarter] The following outlines ideas for how you as a HCP can engage with […]

  Lesson 2 Summary [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter][ezcol_3quarter_end] A breastfeeding parent’s level of breastfeeding satisfaction is linked to the perception that their partners and supporters are present, involved, and sensitive to their needs. These responsive behaviours contribute to positive breastfeeding outcomes. A practical way to understand responsive support is think of partners and supporters as members of a […]

  [ezcol_1quarter][/ezcol_1quarter] [ezcol_3quarter_end]It’s time to check what you have learned! Please respond to the following questions and review the feedback provided. You are encouraged to re-answer questions. The quiz is designed for you to engage in a self-reflective process. There is no passing score associated with your module completion.[/ezcol_3quarter_end]   Question 1   Question 2 […]