Nursing and Midwifery Collaboration in Promoting Breastfeeding and Maternal-Infant Bonding

Authors

  • Hanan Murhi Bin Hassan Alanazı
  • Dalal Ayed Fadghash Almaradhi
  • May Awad Radhi Alhazmi
  • Mona Mudhhi Khamis Alanazi
  • Tamam Jumayan R Alruwaili
  • Alanazi, Reem Daham M
  • Muradi Muqbil Jafl Alruwaili
  • Alia Nafea Jaeeb Al-Qaiqai Al-Rawailiy
  • Mashael Hammad Aid Albanaqi
  • Alanazi, Albandari Hejji E
  • Ibtsam Mahli M Alanazi

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.22399/ijcesen.4551

Keywords:

Nursing, Midwifery, Collaboration, Breastfeeding, Maternal-Infant Bonding, Postnatal Care

Abstract

Nursing and midwifery collaboration plays a crucial role in promoting breastfeeding and fostering maternal-infant bonding, vital components of infant health and development. Nurses and midwives work together to provide comprehensive education and support for new mothers, emphasizing the importance of breastfeeding in enhancing the nutritional status of infants and strengthening maternal-infant attachment. By creating a supportive environment, they facilitate skin-to-skin contact immediately after birth, promote exclusive breastfeeding during the first few months, and offer ongoing guidance to address any challenges that mothers may face. This partnership is instrumental in helping mothers build confidence in their ability to breastfeed, thereby enhancing the overall breastfeeding experience. Moreover, effective collaboration between nurses and midwives extends beyond immediate postnatal care. By engaging in shared decision-making and communicating consistently, they empower families through personalized care plans that consider cultural, social, and emotional factors influencing breastfeeding practices. This holistic approach not only supports maternal mental health but also contributes to the development of secure attachments between mothers and infants. Continued professional development and interdisciplinary training in lactation support are essential for both professions to remain current with best practices, ensuring that mothers receive the most effective care possible. Ultimately, this collaboration directly influences the breastfeeding rates and quality of maternal-infant bonding, providing a foundation for lifelong health outcomes.

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2024-05-30

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Hanan Murhi Bin Hassan Alanazı, Dalal Ayed Fadghash Almaradhi, May Awad Radhi Alhazmi, Mona Mudhhi Khamis Alanazi, Tamam Jumayan R Alruwaili, Alanazi, Reem Daham M, … Ibtsam Mahli M Alanazi. (2024). Nursing and Midwifery Collaboration in Promoting Breastfeeding and Maternal-Infant Bonding. International Journal of Computational and Experimental Science and Engineering, 10(4). https://doi.org/10.22399/ijcesen.4551

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