Prenatal Counseling and Preparation for Breastfeeding.

Obstet Gynecol Clin North Am

Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Florida College of Medicine, University of Florida, PO Box 100294, 1600 Southwest Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32610-0294, USA.

Published: September 2023

Breastfeeding is the gold standard of infant nutrition and current guidelines suggest exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, with continued breastfeeding through 24 months or beyond. Obstetric care professionals can encourage and educate their patients about breastfeeding through the prenatal period when many expectant parents make decisions about their infant feeding choices. Education and support should extend through the postpartum period and include parents who may have concerns surrounding medical comorbidities, breast augmentation, or substance use disorders.

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