Rethinking breastfeeding management: A patient-centered approach based on new guidelines

Nurse Pract. 2023 Mar 1;48(3):11-19. doi: 10.1097/01.NPR.0000000000000012.

Abstract

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) now recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life. Nationally, however, breastfeeding rates are low, with Black infants among the least likely to be breastfed. The updated AAP breastfeeding policy guidelines emphasize an urgent need for a patient-centered approach to cultivate awareness of breastfeeding benefits and promote equitable care.

MeSH terms

  • Breast Feeding*
  • Child
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Infant
  • Patient-Centered Care*
  • United States