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Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives

University of Michigan

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Engaging in this course will provide you with the opportunity to think about breastfeeding and its public health implications. The Socio-Ecological Model will be the framework of the course as we think about how each level of the Model (individual, interpersonal, community, organizational, and public policy) impacts breastfeeding practices in the United States, and globally.
Through short video lectures you will be introduced to relevant topics related to the public health perspectives of breastfeeding such as the maternal and child short- and long-term health benefits, economic and environmental impacts, the state of health profession curricula surrounding breastfeeding education, and breastfeeding practices of the LGBTQ+ community. 

You will apply this knowledge to critique breastfeeding literature, create a breastfeeding budget for a particular breastfeeding parent persona, and design an education material to promote breastfeeding. As you complete this course, you should feel confident in identifying the barriers to successful breastfeeding practices and understand how adequate breastfeeding will impact population health.

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Approx. 12 hours to complete

English

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Olivia S. Anderson

Clinical Assistant Professor of Nutritional Science

School of Public Health

2,165 Learners

2 Courses

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University of Michigan

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This course is related to the 100% online Master of Public Health from University of Michigan. It will provide you with a preview of the topics, materials and instructors so you can decide if the full online degree program is right for you.

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Syllabus - What you will learn from this course

Week1

Week 1

3 hours to complete

Week One

3 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 33 min), 9 readings, 3 quizzes

6 videos

Breastfeeding: A Public Health Priority6mThe Application of Breastfeeding Practices to the Socio-Ecological Model6mBreastfeeding Definitions4mHealth Benefits for the Infant in Receiving Human Breast Milk5mMaternal Health Benefits in Breastfeeding5mWhen is Breastfeeding Contraindicated or Problematic?4m

9 readings

Get to know your Instructors!5mCourse Syllabus5mPre-Course Survey5mKnowledge Tests5mWeekly Practice Quizzes1mEducational Materials Assignment Overview5mEducational Materials Assignment: Part 1 - Topic and Medium5mIntroduction to the Gallery Tool10mProviding Effective Feedback5m

2 practice exercises

Knowledge Pre-Test30mWeek One Quiz15m

Week2

Week 2

3 hours to complete

Week Two

3 hours to complete

8 videos (Total 44 min)

8 videos

Individual Factor Related to Breastfeeding: Maternal Self-Efficacy4mIndividual Factor Related to Breastfeeding: Maternal Knowledge and Skills3mIndividual Factor Related to Breastfeeding: Beliefs, Values, and Misconceptions8mBreastfeeding or Lactation Challenges3mInterpersonal Factors Related to Breastfeeding: Social Norms and Support5mThe Importance of Breastfeeding: Economic Effects7mThe Importance of Breastfeeding: Environmental Effects6mMedia Support for Breastfeeding4m

1 practice exercise

Week Two Quiz15m

Week3

Week 3

4 hours to complete

Week Three

4 hours to complete

6 videos (Total 32 min), 2 readings, 3 quizzes

6 videos

Timely and Skilled Lactation Support for Health Care Professionals: Guidelines from Healthcare Professional Organizations5mPerceptions of Breastfeeding Support from Health Care Professionals4mWhat is a Clinical Lactation Expert?4mCommunity Health Workers4mBreastfeeding Support in the Hospital Setting6mBreastfeeding Support in Outpatient Settings6m

2 readings

Educational Materials Assignment: Part 2 - Draft Instructions10mProviding Effective Feedback5m

1 practice exercise

Week Three Quiz15m

Week4

Week 4

3 hours to complete

Week Four

3 hours to complete

5 videos (Total 27 min), 4 readings, 4 quizzes

5 videos

Policies Related to Breastfeeding4mSurveillance Tools to Monitor Breastfeeding Practices: US and Global6mSpecial Topic: Donor Milk Banks4mSpecial Topic: Chestfeeding Considerations for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Plus People6mSpecial Topic: Support for Breastfeeding/Breast Milk in a Child Care Setting5m

4 readings

Educational Materials Assignment: Part 3 Final Draft Instructions10mCongratulations3mPost-Course Survey5mKeep Learning with Michigan Online1m

3 practice exercises

Week Four Quiz15mAcknowledgement of Completion of Educational Materials Assignment5m Knowledge Post-Test30m

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Loads of information for healthcare workers and individuals seeking a greater understanding of nursing.

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