Section outline

  • Welcome to Unit 1 - The Practice of Breastfeeding!

    The provision of information to new mothers and their families on breastfeeding, as well as practical support from health care professionals with breastfeeding expertise is necessary in order to foster successful breastfeeding. The aim of Unit 1 is to deliver evidence-based education and training regarding the practice of breastfeeding.

    A basic understanding of breast anatomy, lactation physiology, breast milk composition and nutrition during lactation is subdivided into different lectures. In addition, Unit 1 features a huge amount of practical knowledge on the practice and promotion of breastfeeding that enables the user to provide informed counselling and guidance to breastfeeding women.

    The likely duration that the Learner will need to engage with the Material is 150 minutes.


    Overview Unit 1

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