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Gondoskodás az újszülöttről a szülés után Rooming in, vagy szeparáció?

(szakirodalmi áttekintés)

Évekkel ezelőtt, amikor a szülés, születés folyamata az otthonokból, szülőotthonokból a kórházak és klinikák kezébe hatáskörébe került, a legtöbb újszülöttet szeparálták édesanyjától. Az anya egy kórterembe került, gyermekét pedig egy tőle távolabb eső szobában a szakszemélyzet látta el. Órák teltek el az első találkozásig, a találkozók időtartama pedig többnyire az etetésre korlátozódott. Komoly meggyőződés volt akkoriban, hogy mindenki érdekét szolgálják ezek a lépések: az anya mihamarabbi felépülését illetve a csecsemő biztonságát, jóllétét egyaránt.

Az édesanyák túlnyomó részének igénye azonban nem ez volt, és ma sem ez. Hogy lehetőséget kaphassanak a korai posztpartum időszakban is a gyermekükről való aktív és folyamatos gondoskodásra nem a kórházi ellátás körülményei miatt felbukkanó reaktív jelenség. A legkorábbi írásos emlékeink is arról tanúskodnak, hogy az asszonyok a karjukban őrizték a gyermeket annak világrajövetele után: a testközelben történő gondoskodás mind az anya, mind a gyermek jól felfogott érdekén alapult, és az életben maradást szolgálta; közvetlen környezetük pedig ezt igyekezett lehetővé tenni.

Hofgárt-Ékes Noémi összefoglalójának folytatása a Mamami oldalán olvasható.

judit 2021. 03. 23., k – 12:21 Tags Újszülött Gyermekágy Szülés Szoptatás Első óra Első napok Cikkek

Gondoskodás az újszülöttről a szülés után Rooming in, vagy szeparáció?

(szakirodalmi áttekintés)

Évekkel ezelőtt, amikor a szülés, születés folyamata az otthonokból, szülőotthonokból a kórházak és klinikák kezébe hatáskörébe került, a legtöbb újszülöttet szeparálták édesanyjától. Az anya egy kórterembe került, gyermekét pedig egy tőle távolabb eső szobában a szakszemélyzet látta el. Órák teltek el az első találkozásig, a találkozók időtartama pedig többnyire az etetésre korlátozódott. Komoly meggyőződés volt akkoriban, hogy mindenki érdekét szolgálják ezek a lépések: az anya mihamarabbi felépülését illetve a csecsemő biztonságát, jóllétét egyaránt.

Az édesanyák túlnyomó részének igénye azonban nem ez volt, és ma sem ez. Hogy lehetőséget kaphassanak a korai posztpartum időszakban is a gyermekükről való aktív és folyamatos gondoskodásra nem a kórházi ellátás körülményei miatt felbukkanó reaktív jelenség. A legkorábbi írásos emlékeink is arról tanúskodnak, hogy az asszonyok a karjukban őrizték a gyermeket annak világrajövetele után: a testközelben történő gondoskodás mind az anya, mind a gyermek jól felfogott érdekén alapult, és az életben maradást szolgálta; közvetlen környezetük pedig ezt igyekezett lehetővé tenni.

Hofgárt-Ékes Noémi összefoglalójának folytatása a Mamami oldalán olvasható.

judit 2021. 03. 23., k – 12:21 Tags Újszülött Gyermekágy Szülés Szoptatás Első óra Első napok

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
BackgroundTandem breastfeeding is defined as two or more offspring of different ages who are breastfed by their mother at the same time. Breastfeeding during pregnancy and tandem breastfeeding have not been widely investigated.Research AimTo determine the influence of tandem breastfeeding on the macronutrient content of human milk.MethodsThis longitudinal study used a prospective and a retrospective group. Human milk samples from tandem-breastfeeding participants (n = 18) were compared to samples from non-tandem-breastfeeding participants (n = 31). Samples were collected during the last month of pregnancy (pregnancy milk), 72 hr after birth (colostrum) and 14–60 days post-delivery (mature milk). Macronutrients were measured by mid-infrared spectroscopy.ResultsFat content in pregnancy milk was lower than in mature milk (p < .01). Protein content was higher in pregnancy milk than in colostrum and mature milk (p < .01 and p < .001, respectively). Inversely, carbohydrate content in pregnancy milk was lower than in colostrum and mature milk (p = .02 and p < .01, respectively). Fat and energy contents in pregnancy milk of tandem-breastfeeding participants were lower than in mature milk of non-tandem-breastfeeding participants (p < .001 and p < .01, respectively), and protein content was higher than in mature milk (p < .001). Carbohydrate content in colostrum and mature milk of tandem-breastfeeding participants was higher than that of non-tandem-breastfeeding participants (p < .001 for both).ConclusionHuman milk produced during pregnancy had different macronutrient content than human milk produced after delivery. Colostrum and mature milk of tandem-breastfeeding participants were similar to human milk produced by non-tandem-breastfeeding participants, with the exception of carbohydrate content.

Maternal depression and other psychosocial factors have been shown to have adverse consequences on infant feeding practices. This study explored the longitudinal relationship of maternal depressive symptoms an...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
BackgroundPandemic-related restrictions have limited traditional models of lactation support.Research AimsThe primary aim of this study was to determine changes to breastfeeding support services during the coronavirus-2019 pandemic according to trained lactation providers. The secondary aim was to assess strengths and limitations of telehealth services.MethodsA prospective survey was conducted entirely online using the Qualtrics platform during June 2020. Gatekeepers at Connecticut agencies and breastfeeding networks were forwarded an anonymous survey link to distribute to eligible lactation staff.ResultsA variety of participants (N = 39) completed the survey and the majority (69.2%; n = 27) were providing only telehealth services. More than half (58.1%; n = 18) of the participants who conducting telehealth in any form, found that virtual lactation support was moderately effective compared to in-person support. Weakness of virtual support included technical and logistical difficulties, challenges assisting with latching or reading body language over the phone or online, and accurately assessing infant growth. Strengths related to virtual support included the flexibility and convenience of home-based support, expanded communication strategies, and safety from virus exposure. Further, visits with a lactation professional decreased significantly during the pandemic. Limited in-hospital and pediatrician support were also noted, particularly among groups without access to telehealth resources.ConclusionsAs a result of the pandemic and associated shifts in lactation services, breastfeeding disparities may be further exacerbated among those without equitable access to lactation support. Challenges and innovations in virtual support may influence adaptive options in the field moving forward.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Timely initiation of breastfeeding, also known as early initiation of breastfeeding, is a well-recognized life-saving intervention to reduce neonatal mortality. However, only one quarter of newborns in Uttar P...

Antenatal breastmilk expression (aBME) is recommended by some healthcare providers to improve lactation, breastfeeding, and newborn outcomes, particularly for women with diabetes as they face unique challenges...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
BackgroundMaternal worry about infant weight has inconsistently been reported as a breastfeeding barrier. Weight monitoring is a critical tool to assess adequacy of infant feeding. Yet, little is known about the intensity of maternal worry about infant weight or associated breastfeeding outcomes.Research aimsTo examine (1) the frequency and intensity of maternal worry about infant weight; (2) the relationship between worry about weight and use of artificial milk; and 3) the relationship between worry about weight and breastfeeding cessation.MethodsA prospective cross-sectional design was used. A questionnaire was completed by women in the United States (N = 287) from 12 web-based maternal support groups.ResultsSixty-three percent of women (n = 182) had some worry about infant weight. Participants breastfeeding for the first time had more worry (p = .035). Participants still breastfeeding had less worry about weight compared to those who had stopped (67%, n = 147 vs. 41%, n = 28). Exclusive breastfeeding participants had less worry (p < .001) compared to those who supplemented with artificial milk. Increased worry was associated with the use of artificial milk within 1 week of birth (p < .001) and early breastfeeding cessation (p < .001).ConclusionsWorry about weight is a significant breastfeeding barrier. It is associated with first time breastfeeding, less exclusive breastfeeding, use of artificial milk, and earlier breastfeeding cessation. Lactating mothers need anticipatory guidance about expected neonatal weight changes and interventions to help relieve worry about infant weight.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
BackgroundMany individuals comprise a nursing mother’s social support network. Grandmothers within African American families, historically, have played a vital role in the transmission of culture. Understanding intergenerational perspectives within African American families related to infant feeding and scholarship about breastfeeding is critical, given the breastfeeding patterns among African American women.Research aimTo describe intergenerational perspectives within African American families, where the mother has successfully breastfed.MethodsA prospective, cross-sectional, qualitative design using semi-structured interviews was used. African American nursing mothers and maternal grandmothers (N = 14) residing in the Metro–St. Louis area, who reflected economic and educational diversity, were recruited. Inductive and iterative data analysis, framed by Black Feminist Theory allowed for emerging patterns reflecting the participants’ voices.ResultsThree of the six (50%) grandmother participants had breastfed. The majority of the mother participants were married (n = 5; 62.5%) and had a college degree (n = 4; 50.0%) or a high school diploma (n = 1; 12.5%); and four (50.0%) had received the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC). Three patterns emerged: (a) intergenerational connections; (b) changes in breastfeeding experiences over time; and (c) going with the flow (referring to the choice to work within the constraints of one’s circumstances). Grandmothers supported mothers’ breastfeeding decisions; grandmothers who had breastfed benefited from the updated information the mothers provided; and grandmothers who did not breastfeed acquired new breastfeeding knowledge, which informed the ways they supported the mothers.ConclusionThe intergenerational perspectives surrounding breastfeeding within African American families participating in this study offer future research directions.

The efficacy of continuous kangaroo mother care (C-KMC) in reducing neonatal mortality and morbidity among low birthweight and premature infants has been confirmed. Despite the recommendations of the World Hea...

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.

Journal of Human Lactation, Ahead of Print.
Wet-nurses themselves rarely left written accounts. In this article, I have reconstructed their experiences and work situations breastfeeding other women’s infants in colonial Australia through examining available sources concerning their employment situations and the fate of their infants when they were boarded out, as they commonly were. The employment of wet-nurses by royal households or prominent families has long been the topic of historical accounts, whereas the situation of the more numerous wet-nurses further down the social spectrum has received disproportionately little examination. In this article, I do not discuss informal, altruistic wet nursing by family or neighbors but, rather, the situation of those women for whom it was an occupation, by its very nature short term. Primary material sighted for this study included a considerable number of advertisements for positions placed by employers, their intermediaries (e.g., family physicians) and wet-nurses themselves, and newspaper reports when the wet-nurse’s children came to the attention of the courts. Death for boarded-out infants who succumbed to inappropriate feeding and substandard care was typically ascribed to “natural causes.”

Idiopathic Granulomatous Mastitis (IGM) is a benign chronic inflammatory breast condition that mimics two common breast disorders: breast carcinoma and breast abscess. It can form breast masses, fistulae, and ...