ICNP® terminology subset for care of women and children experiencing breastfeeding.

Objective: To describe the development of a terminology subset of the International Classification for Nursing Practice for care of women and children in process of breastfeeding.

Method: Methodological study developed in six stages according to the guidelines recommended by the International Council of Nurses.

Results: Seventy-four nursing diagnoses/outcomes and 213 nursing interventions were performed and classified according to the theoretical model Interactive Theory of Breastfeeding.

Conclusion: The subset is expected to safely and systematically steer nurses that work in this area, promoting the implementation of the nursing process and quality of care, focusing on women, children and families that are experiencing the breastfeeding process.