Presentation Information

Yvonne LeFort

Breastfeeding Nuggets for Busy Doctors

  • Speaker: Yvonne LeFort , MD FRNZCGP FCFP FABM IBCLC
  • Presentation Type:
  • Duration: 60 Mins
  • Credits: 1 CERP, 1 CME
Abstract:

Promoting and protecting breastfeeding is crucial in medical practice. Learn more about general principles when approaching clinical scenarios involving breastfeeding dyads and common diagnoses and management strategies. Learn how to assess the normal breastfeeding parameters throughout infancy and the “first do no harm” approach to breastfeeding patients’ concerns. I will review some special circumstances and how to advise your breastfeeding patient in such circumstances.