Enhancing breastfeeding practices of newly mothers through postnatal education program

24^th World Nurse Practitioners & Healthcare Congress

June 25-27, 2018 Dubai, UAE

Shaheena Salman Alwani

Liaquat National Hospital & Medical College, Pakistan

Posters & Accepted Abstracts: J Nurs Care

Abstract :

The nursing mothers are the most valuable source in the provision of nourishment to the newborns. Breastfeeding practices are so traditional, yet the knowledge, attitude and practices vary among different cultures. Therefore, nurses� role in exploring family values and believes in regards with the practices involved in post natal care emerges. A new mother�s apprehension, fear, queries, believes related to the post natal care and overall health is taken care by nurses. Breast-feeding during post natal period is considered the most profound and ardent experiences of the newly mother. Breast milk contains the right balance of nutrients to help neonate grow into a strong and healthy human and helps protect newborns against some common infections. Liaquat National Hospital is one of the recognized baby friendly hospitals of the region because of its initiative through breastfeeding education of newly mothers. Through a comprehensive �postnatal educational program� mothers are encouraged to breastfeed their newborns during individual and group teaching where their fears and concerns are addressed to help them adjust in the new role. Reflections of newly mothers have been highly encouraging. This conceptual paper elaborates on the traditional practices and implementation of the postnatal educational program focusing on breastfeeding to newborns. Paper also emphasizes on the role of grandmothers in the achievement of program objectives through their active involvement and support. In addition, the paper highlights the importance of healthcare team member�s role and presents recommendations to healthcare settings in increasing the awareness about newly mother�s education on the subject.