Supporting parents who wish to breastfeed twins.
Parents expecting twins need special support from health visitors to prepare them for the changes to their lives. A sound knowledge of the mechanics of breastfeeding and an empathetic understanding of their hopes and fears will prepare them for the months ahead, writes Alison Spiro. Health visitors may also be able to mobilise statutory and voluntary resources in the community to provide extra practical or emotional help.
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D000223:Adaptation, Psychological; D001942:Breast Feeding; D003152:Community Health Nursing / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D010290:Parents / Q000523:psychology*; D014427:Twins