The infant's contribution to breastfeeding.
Criteria are presented to evaluate the effectiveness of an infant's contribution to the dynamics of breastfeeding. Systematic assessment of the infant's breastfeeding behavior provides a framework for directing parent education, documenting correct breastfeeding techniques, recognizing problems early, and guiding interventions.
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Breastfeeding Resource Center, Mercy Health Center, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
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D000328:Adult; D001940:Breast / Q000033:anatomy & histology / Q000502:physiology; D001942:Breast Feeding; D005260:Female; D006266:Health Education; D006801:Humans; D007231:Infant, Newborn; D009730:Nursing Assessment