ABM Clinical Protocol #17: Guidelines for Breastfeeding Infants with Cleft Lip, Cleft Palate, or Cleft Lip and

Jessica O Boyce1,2, Sheena Reilly2,3, Jemma Skeat1

  • 1Department of Audiology and Speech Pathology, The University of Melbourne, Melbourne, Australia.

Insights

The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine develops clinical guidelines to support breastfeeding success. These protocols offer flexible management options for common medical issues affecting mothers and infants.

Area of Science:

  • Clinical Medicine
  • Lactation Science
  • Pediatrics

Background:

  • The Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) aims to enhance breastfeeding success.
  • Clinical protocols are essential for managing medical issues impacting breastfeeding.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the development of clinical protocols by the ABM.
  • To clarify the role of these protocols as guidelines, not rigid standards.

Main Methods:

  • Development of evidence-based clinical protocols.
  • Dissemination of guidelines for healthcare providers.

Main Results:

  • Protocols address common medical problems affecting breastfeeding.
  • Guidelines emphasize individualized patient care.

Conclusions:

  • ABM protocols provide flexible guidance for breastfeeding management.
  • Individual patient needs should guide treatment variations.

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