Breastfeeding consultant
Imetamise toetamise põhimõtted ja nõustamine
Sünnitusosakond järgib WHO ja UNICEFi rahvusvaheliselt tunnustatud imetamise toetamise põhimõtteid. Meie eesmärk on pakkuda professionaalset tuge ja nõustamist imetamise alustamisel ning jätkamisel.
Breastfeeding support is free of charge. All women who have given birth may attend, regardless of where they received maternity care or where their baby was born.
- engorgement, prevention, relief, and, if necessary, treatment of mastitis
- questions/assessment about milk supply
- transitioning from formula milk to breastfeeding
- support with weaning
Breastfeeding advice and support are provided free of charge.
Sõle 23, Tallinn
The breastfeeding consultant can be contacted during clinic hours on 5308 7874.
1.b. We have a written breastfeeding code of conduct that is communicated to all staff of the Women's Health Clinic.
1.c. We regularly collect and review breastfeeding data.
2. We ensure staff have the knowledge and skills to support breastfeeding.
3. We inform all pregnant women and families about the benefits of breastfeeding and how to establish it successfully.
4. We support immediate and uninterrupted skin-to-skin contact and early initiation of breastfeeding after birth.
5. We support mothers in managing common challenges when starting and continuing breastfeeding.
6. We do not give breastfed newborns food or drink other than breast milk unless medically indicated.
7. We encourage rooming-in, allowing mothers and babies to remain together 24 hours a day.
8. We encourage mothers to breastfeed the baby at the baby's request.
9. We advise mothers about the risks associated with the use of pacifiers and baby bottles.
10. We provide advice on ongoing support and follow-up after discharge.