A Rural Mothers Guide to Breastfeeding
Document Type
Poster
Campus where you would like to present
Ellensburg
Event Website
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/source
Start Date
18-5-2020
Abstract
Breastfeeding is defined as the gold standard of infant health. The benefits provided to both the baby and mother by breastfeeding are unmatched when compared to formula feeding. Recent studies have shown a decrease in rates of breastfeeding, primarily in rural areas. This may be due, in part, to the fact that mothers in rural areas struggle to find the resources and support they need to successfully breastfeed. This guide will provide an overview of breastfeeding resources with a focus on rural areas. Resources include but are not limited to government programs such as WIC, hospital or birthing center offerings, and community involvement opportunities such as support groups.
Recommended Citation
Tillett, Haley, "A Rural Mothers Guide to Breastfeeding" (2020). Symposium Of University Research and Creative Expression (SOURCE). 60.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/source/2020/CEPS/60
Department/Program
Health Sciences
Additional Mentoring Department
https://cwu.studentopportunitycenter.com/2020/04/a-rural-mothers-guide-to-breastfeeding/
A Rural Mothers Guide to Breastfeeding
Ellensburg
Breastfeeding is defined as the gold standard of infant health. The benefits provided to both the baby and mother by breastfeeding are unmatched when compared to formula feeding. Recent studies have shown a decrease in rates of breastfeeding, primarily in rural areas. This may be due, in part, to the fact that mothers in rural areas struggle to find the resources and support they need to successfully breastfeed. This guide will provide an overview of breastfeeding resources with a focus on rural areas. Resources include but are not limited to government programs such as WIC, hospital or birthing center offerings, and community involvement opportunities such as support groups.
https://digitalcommons.cwu.edu/source/2020/CEPS/60
Faculty Mentor(s)
Amy Claridge