Breastfeeding Support for Nurses Course
Gain confidence in supporting breastfeeding through evidence-based skills in assessment, latching, positioning, solving common issues, and clear communication. This equips nurses to guide families effectively, reduce complications, and enhance outcomes in maternity and newborn care environments across various settings.

from 4 to 360h flexible workload
valid certificate in your country
What will I learn?
This course offers practical, evidence-based training for nurses to support families with breastfeeding from birth until discharge. You will cover lactation basics, proper positioning, skin-to-skin contact, safe supplementation methods, handling common challenges, plus effective assessment, documentation, communication, and quality improvement techniques for perinatal care settings.
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Develop skills
- Master breastfeeding checks: identify latch problems, warning signs, and milk flow quickly.
- Guide hands-on positioning: teach safe and effective initial feeds during clinical duties.
- Handle typical lactation issues: relieve discomfort, manage mastitis, and maintain milk production.
- Advise families on feeding strategies: including mixed feeds, supplements, and controlled bottle feeding.
- Optimise ward processes: record feeds accurately, manage shift handovers, and monitor vital indicators.
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