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The challenges of breastfeeding a preterm infant: Exploring cue-based breastfeeding practices across Europe
Regular skin-to-skin contact and exclusive breastfeeding are important measures to promote newborn health and development. However, preterm infants face challenges as they may not be mature enough to be breastfed. One method proven successful in introducing breastfeeding for preterm newborns is cue-based breastfeeding. Instead of feeding at scheduled times, the newborn indicates when they are ready for breastfeeding, making it individually adapted to the specific needs of each preterm infant. A new…
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