英文摘要 |
This article reported a 43-year-old mother seeking help from nurses for breastfeeding difficulty. 20 years after her prior birth, the mother, expressing strong will to breastfeed at the prenatal clinic, learned about breastfeeding for the first time. However, she experienced constant anxiety and self-doubt, and was concerned with the risk of breastfeeding failure and insufficient lactation. After the delivery, she sought medical assistance because the infant was not receiving enough breast milk. The author approached the mother during the prenatal examination on July 23, 2013, and from July 23 to August 14, 2013, collected data with Gordon's 11-item functional health patterns. The patient was found to have: 1. anxiety; 2. ineffective breastfeeding; and 3. fatigue. Through the application of baby friendly skills and sharing breastfeeding experience, as well as providing nursing instructions on breastfeeding and infant care during prenatal clinic and by the postpartum baby-friendly team, the mother acquired confidence in breastfeeding and felt satisfied from her accomplishments. She continues to breastfeed her infant and to share her experience and joy with our nursing staff. |