Every mother produces milk that suits her baby the best. Its nutrients are present in the best composition and proportions; moreover it changes day by day to meet the requirements of the growing baby. Even the premature baby gets breast milk specifically designed to meet his needs to catch-up growth. Human milk contains lots of live substances that boost the baby’s immune system, protecting him from diseases all through his life.
Breastfeeding clinic activities
Providing antenatal classes to teach the mother how to breastfeed.
Breastfeeding technical support for mothers after delivery for perfect positioning and latching on.
Management of all breastfeeding problems in the baby e.g, lazy nurser, nipple confusion, twins, refusal of the breast, improper eight gain.
Management of all breastfeeding problems in the mother e.g, engorgement, cracked nipples, breast pain.
Maintaining the milk supply of mothers of incubated babies during admission in NICU and after discharge.
Maintaining the milk supply of mothers of incubated babies during admission in NICU and after discharge.
Every mother produces milk that suits her baby the best. Its nutrients are present in the best composition and proportions; moreover it changes day by day to meet the requirements of the growing baby. Even the premature baby gets breast milk specifically designed to meet his needs to catch-up growth. Human milk contains lots of live substances that boost the baby's immune system, protecting him from diseases all through his life.
Remember: Breast milk serves as the nutritional model for milk formulae but none of these can mimic it.
Most milk formulae are prepared from cow's milk. In the early months of life, programming of the immune system of the baby mostly occurs. Sometimes, when the baby gets exposed to the cow's milk proteins, this programming happens in an undesired way. The child might become prone to allergies and when he becomes an adult he might be more prone to diseases like diabetes, hypertension and auto-immune diseases.
The baby should breastfeed exclusively without any supplements for 6 months. It is recommended to continue breastfeeding for at least 2 years but any way it is the mother's choice.
As long as the mother is breastfeeding her baby, she will continue to give him immunity. Whenever the mother is exposed to potentially harmful organisms, her immune system produces specific defenders which reach the baby through the breast milk.
Regarding the ability to breastfeed, there are no "types" of moms. Women at any age, with small or big breasts, having flat or inverted nipples, feeding singleton or twins, all can successfully breastfeed. Each mother's milk is specifically designed for her own baby. There is nothing called diluted milk, whatever the mom's health status her milk is very nutritious and protective to her baby.
Lots of women plan and expect to breastfeed but then they find themselves in a totally different situation. Breast milk usually “easy come, easy go”. The moment the baby is delivered there is enough milk in the breast. What makes the mother gradually loses her milk is the lots of confusing information she receives from her friends, family and even the personnel in the hospital.
Most women have the will to breastfeed but they don't the skill. Each mother should learn how to practice breastfeeding correctly to avoid this hassle. It is better to do this during pregnancy as the first hour after birth is of paramount importance. Avoiding the problems spares a lot of effort.
Pregnancy hormones will prepare the breast and nipple for breastfeeding. All you have to do is to learn the skill of breastfeeding, precisely the position and latch.
Yes! After birth, many women experience mood swings. The most common type is the "baby blues" which happens in the early days after delivery. This actually happens due to hormonal changes. It usually starts in the 2nd or 3rd day after birth and persists for about two weeks. The mother feels unexpectedly weepy and over whelmed.
Skin to skin contact with the baby and breastfeeding produces morphine like substances in the brain of the mother and relieves the stress to a great extent. Family support is very important.
To conclude, breast milk is a treasure and your first gift to your baby. All moms can breastfeed if they have the will; you just need to know the skill…we are here to help you to know the skill of breastfeeding.
Prof Dr. Rania Hosny Tomerak
Prof of Pediatrics & Neonatology, Cairo University.
International board certified lactation consultant
DHA licensed Pediatric Consultant
Prof. Dr. Rania Hosny Tomerak is a licensed Pediatric consultant under the Dubai Health Authority with 28 years of experience in the field of pediatrics and neonatology and 16 years experience in the field of breastfeeding. She spent her career as a professor of pediatrics and Neonatology in one of the biggest hospitals in Cairo and the middle east; the Cairo un university hospitals. As a part of her Practice, she has managed many outpatients, inpatient, and emergency Pediatrics and neonatology cases. She is one of the imminent breastfeeding consultants worldwide. She manages all the breastfeeding problems in the mother and the baby, helped a lot of moms to be to master the skill of breastfeeding even before delivery. She has also helped a lot of working moms to continue breastfeeding smoothly after return to work. She will be delighted to address all Mama’s concerns regarding breastfeeding or any neonatal or pediatric issues.
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