The nurse caring for the breastfeeding mother should help the woman achieve independence and success in her feeding efforts. Mrs. Sheridan asks you about the proper positioning in breastfeeding, and your answer will be: "Direct the nipple straight into the baby's mouth. "Turn the baby's entire body toward yours and assist the baby in taking the whole nipple in his mouth.

The nurse caring for the breastfeeding mother should help the woman achieve independence and success in her feeding efforts. Mrs. Sheridan asks you about the proper positioning in breastfeeding, and your answer will be: "Direct the nipple straight into the baby's mouth. "Turn the baby's entire body toward yours and assist the baby in taking the whole nipple in his mouth.

Nutrition Now

8th Edition

ISBN:9781337415408

Author:Brown

Publisher:Brown

Chapter29: Good Nutrition For Life: Pregnancy, Breastfeeding, And Infancy

Section: Chapter Questions

Problem 12RQ

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