Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding is a natural process that allows mothers to nourish their babies. It also is a deeply bonding experience and it has numerous benefits for both the mother and the child. However, there are certain aspects that need to be considered in the context of breastfeeding and important challenges that need to be addressed.

Welcome To This Course

This course was created for medical professionals who want to gain a thorough understanding of breastfeeding in the global health setting

This Course Is For:

  • Doctors, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Nurses, Physical Therapists, Social Workers& EMTs

    Interested in expanding their skillset in understanding best practices for breastfeeding in resource limited regions.

  • Healthcare Professionals

    Who are interested in working or medical volunteering in the international & humanitarian setting

Course Curriculum

    1. Introduction to Breastfeeding

    2. Initial Considerations for Breastfeeding

    3. Maternal Benefits of Breastfeeding

    4. Benefits of Breastfeeding to the Child

    5. Public Health Benefits of Breastfeeding

    6. Disadvantages of Not Breastfeeding

    7. Alternatives to Breastfeeding

    8. References

    9. Breastfeeding Resources

About this course

  • $12.00
  • 9 lessons
  • 0 hours of video content

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