Based on history & observation, consider whether FG is caused by ineffective suckling at breast or bottle, feeding patters/routines, feeding environment, feed cue response, physical disorders, etc. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC

Ensure that care plan has follow up. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

Feeding support may also be necessary with older infants who may be eating complementary foods. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

Supplementary feeding with infant formula may help with weight gain, but often results in cessation of #breastfeeding. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

If infant formula is needed to supplement, support the family for continued #breastfeeding. Expression of milk + feed as supplement. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester

Key components for the Family Care Plan. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

Parents need to understand what is normal for baby's output. Babies should not be going 10 days without poo. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife

Set out care plans in a way which meets the needs of the family. Protect the milk supply in the way the family wishes. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #midwife #doula

Is hand expression being disucssed in conjunction with pumping? S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

Measure baby's weight at appropriate intervals, taking account of factors such as age & level of concern. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #midwife #doula

Be aware that weighing babies more frequently than needed may add to parental anxiety; short term changes may cause unnecessary concern. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding

Dare to dream. Continue to talk about the importance of collaborative care. Change is slow, but can happen. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester

Do not admit infants with faltering growth to hospital unless they are acutely unwell or there is a specific indication requiring inpatient care. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding

Your toolkit should always be changing and growing. Be person centered, but forward thinking in learning and development. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding

Mothers receiving fluids in labor will have babies whose initial weight will be heavier than they actually are. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester

Babies with faltering growth do not always need to be supplemented with infant formula. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

Mothers who have #breastfed babies previously can forget what it's like to feed a newborn & need support. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #MilkSupply #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding

If older children have food allergies, subsequent babies may as well & affect their growth. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding #FourthTrimester #midwife #doula

Simply feeling fully heard can give a family the kind of support they need to continue forward in their #breastfeedingjourney. S.Banks #GOLDLearning #IAMGOLD #breastfeeding #chestfeeding #lactation #IBCLC #HumanMilk #breastmilk #InfantHealth #InfantFeeding