SAINT LOUIS UNIVERSITY

SCHOOL OF NURSING
BAGUIO CITY, PHILIPPINES

TEACHING CARE PLAN

POSTPARTUM: BREASTFEEDING
Submitted by:
LARA, Kit B.
BSN II-A5

Submitted to:
Mrs. Maryknole D. Boadilla RN, MN
(Clinical Instructor)
A. DESCRIPTION OF THE LEARNER: The learners are the mothers who just delivered their baby in the institution of Baguio General Hospital and needs
health teachings regarding breast feeding for their babys health and welfare.

B. LEARNING NEEDS: Importance and Advantages of Postpartum care and BREAST FEEDING
C. LEARNING DIAGNOSIS: Knowledge Deficit: Breast Feeding related to inadequate information regarding breast feeding
General Objective: The patient will be able to gain knowledge on importance of breastfeeding
Time Allotment: 15-20 mins
D. TEACHING PLAN
TEACHING CARE PLAN PROPER
BEHAVIORAL
LEARNING
OBJECTIVE

CONTENT

The patient will be able :

Breastfeeding is the normal way of providing young

infants with the nutrients they need for healthy growth
and development. Virtually all mothers can breastfeed,
provided they have accurate information and the
support of their family, the health care system and
society at large (WHO).
>The first and the foremost 100% pointer that goes in
the favor of breast milk is that it creates a special
bonding experience between the mother and child,
which is unparalleled, and it provides a special
nutrition to the infant.
>Breast milk is a complete food for the infant. The
nutritional profile of breast milk in terms of calories,
vitamins, and minerals is the BEST for the infant as it
has the perfect proportion of them all. From antibodies
which protect an infant at birth, to the exclusive
nutrients in mothers milk which prevent a number of
childhood diseases, thebenefits of breastfeeding are
incalculable.
>The uniqueness and precious nature of breast milk is
enhanced by the fact that it is an asset given by nature
and has no price. There is no need to worry about
infection or temperature or freshness.
>Young mothers often misled to believe that infant

1. Define using her

own words:
BREASFEEDIN
G

2. Identify
importance of
breastfeeding

TEACHING
STRATEGY

TIME FRAME

MATERIAL
S

EVALUATION

One-on-one
-lecture

Time resource
(2mins)

pamphlet,
brochure

Instant oral feedback:

the patient will be able
to define
BREASFEEDING in
her own words.

One-one-onelecture

Time resource
(3-5 mins)

Brochure,
pamphlet

Instant oral feedback:

the patient will be able
to identify at least 3
importance of
breastfeeding

feeding formula does very well as a replacement for

breast milk. However, nothing can duplicate the
properties of breast milk, no matter how many
vitamins, minerals and other supplements are added to
what is basically a chemical formulation.
3. Identify the
benefits of
breastfeeding

1. A healthier baby
2. Long-term protection, too.
3. Stronger bones
4. Lower SIDS risk
5. Fewer problems with weight
6. A calorie incinerator
7. Its good for the earth
8. Better healing post-delivery
9. Less risk of cancer
10. An unmatched feeling of power
11. A custom-made supply

One-one-onelecture

Time resource
(3-3-5 mins)

Brochure,
pamphlet

Instant oral feedback:

the patient will be able
to identify at least 10
benefits of
breastfeeding.

One-one-onelecture

Time resource
(3-5 mins)

Brochure,
pamphlet

The patient will be

able to demonstrate
different proper
positioning technique
on breastfeeding.

12. More effective vaccines

13. A menstruation vacation
14. Less time off work
15. Its cheap!
16. A great way to learn about your baby
17. You can stash the condomsfor now
18. Theres nothing easier
19. Benefits for all
20. Better friendships
4. demonstrates
proper
positioning
technique on
how to

Positioning techniques
1. Cradle position
- cradling or holding him across your lap, he should be
lying on his side, resting on his shoulder and hip with
his mouth level with your nipple. Use pillows lifting your
baby and supporting your elbows to bring your baby up

breastfeed the
baby

to nipple height especially during the first few weeks.

Support your breast with either the "U" hold" or "C"
hold as described in the "Breast Support Techniques"
section below. Your baby's head will be on your
forearm and his back will be along your inner arm and
palm. When you look down, you should see his side.
His mouth should be covering at least a half inch of the
dark area around your nipple. Be sure his ear,
shoulder and hips should be in a straight line. As a
newborn, your baby's head and bottom should be level
with each other.
2. Cross-cradle hold
- your left hand supports that breast in a "U" hold. (See
the "Breast Support Techniques" section of this FAQ
for a description of this hold.) You support your baby
with the fingers of your right hand. Do this by gently
placing your hand behind your baby's ears and neck
with your thumb and index finger behind each ear.
Your baby's neck rests in the web between the thumb,
index finger and palm of your hand, forming a "second
neck" for baby. The palm of your hand is placed
between his shoulder blades. As you prepare to latch
on your baby, be sure his mouth is very close to your
nipple from the start. When baby opens his mouth
wide, you push with the palm of your hand from
between the shoulder blades. His mouth will be
covering at least a half inch from the base of your
nipple.
3. Football or clutch hold
-This is a good position for a mother who has had a
Cesarean birth, as it keeps the baby away from the
incision. Most newborns are very comfortable in this
position. It also helps when a mother has a forceful
milk ejection reflex (let down) because the baby can
handle the flow more easily. In the clutch position you
support your baby's head in your hand and his back
along your arm beside you. You support your breast
with a "C" hold. (See "Breast Support Techniques"
section of this FAQ for a description of this hold.) He is
facing you, with his mouth at nipple height. Your baby's
legs and feet are tucked under your arm with his hips

flexed and his legs resting along side your back rest so
the soles of his feet are pointed toward the ceiling.
(This keeps him from being able to push against your
chair.) Pillows again help bring the baby to the correct
height.
4. Lying down
Many mothers find lying down to nurse a comfortable
position, especially at night. Both mother and baby lie
on their sides facing each other. You can use pillows
behind your back and behind or between your knees to
help get comfortable. A pillow or rolled blanket behind
the baby's back will keep him from rolling away from
you. The baby can be cradled in your arm with his
back along your forearm. Having his hips flexed and
his ear, shoulder and hip in one line helps your baby
get milk more easily. Some mothers find that practicing
with this position during the daytime is very helpful.
5. Identify foods to
increase
lactation

1. Water. the most essential aspect of ensuring

you'll have an adequate milk supply. ...
2. Cookies! ...
3. Oatmeal. ...
4. Garlic. ...
5. Carrots. ...
6. Fennel. ...
7. Nuts. ...
8. Green Papaya.
9. Ginger
10. Chicken soup

One-one-onelecture

Time resource
(3-5 mins)

Reference:
N.A Retrieved from http://www.fitpregnancy.com/baby/breastfeeding/20-breastfeeding-benefits-mom-baby
N.A Retrieved from http://www.who.int/features/factfiles/breastfeeding/en/
N.A Retrieved from http://www.who.int/topics/breastfeeding/en/

Brochure,
pamphlet

Instant oral feedback:

the patient will be able
to identify at least 5
different foods on how
to increase lactation.