Breastfeeding: Public Health Perspectives
Engaging in this course will provide you with the opportunity to think about breastfeeding and its public health implications.
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- Level Foundation
- Duration 13 hours
- Course by 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.Modules
Course Introduction
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4
Readings
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1
Discussion
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Knowledge Pre-Test
1
Discussions
- Meet Your Fellow Learners!
4
Readings
- Get to know your Instructors!
- Course Syllabus
- Pre-Course Survey
- Knowledge Tests
What is a Public Health Problem? The Socio-ecological lens; Overview of breastfeeding environment in the US and globally
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- Breastfeeding: A Public Health Priority
- The Application of Breastfeeding Practices to the Socio-Ecological Model
- Breastfeeding Definitions
- Health Benefits for the Infant in Receiving Human Breast Milk
- Maternal Health Benefits in Breastfeeding
- When is Breastfeeding Contraindicated or Problematic?
Practice Quiz
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1
Readings
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week One Quiz
1
Readings
- Weekly Practice Quizzes
Educational Materials Assignment - Part 1
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4
Readings
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1
ExternalTool
1
External Tool
- Gallery: Educational Materials Assignment Part 1
4
Readings
- Educational Materials Assignment Overview
- Educational Materials Assignment: Part 1 - Topic and Medium
- Introduction to the Gallery Tool
- Providing Effective Feedback
Maternal Self-Efficacy, Family, and Community Support for Breastfeeding
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8
Videos
8
Videos
- Individual Factor Related to Breastfeeding: Maternal Self-Efficacy
- Individual Factor Related to Breastfeeding: Maternal Knowledge and Skills
- Individual Factor Related to Breastfeeding: Beliefs, Values, and Misconceptions
- Breastfeeding or Lactation Challenges
- Interpersonal Factors Related to Breastfeeding: Social Norms and Support
- The Importance of Breastfeeding: Economic Effects
- The Importance of Breastfeeding: Environmental Effects
- Media Support for Breastfeeding
Practice Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week Two Quiz
Breastfeeding Budget Assignment
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Breastfeeding Budget
Support from Health Care Providers and Employers
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6
Videos
6
Videos
- Timely and Skilled Lactation Support for Health Care Professionals: Guidelines from Healthcare Professional Organizations
- Perceptions of Breastfeeding Support from Health Care Professionals
- What is a Clinical Lactation Expert?
- Community Health Workers
- Breastfeeding Support in the Hospital Setting
- Breastfeeding Support in Outpatient Settings
Practice Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week Three Quiz
Peer Review: Critique a Breastfeeding Review Paper
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1
PeerReview
1
Peer Review
- Critique a Breastfeeding Review Paper
Educational Materials Assignment - Part 2
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2
Readings
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1
ExternalTool
1
External Tool
- Gallery: Educational Materials Assignment: Part 2 Draft
2
Readings
- Educational Materials Assignment: Part 2 - Draft Instructions
- Providing Effective Feedback
Research and Surveillance
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5
Videos
5
Videos
- Policies Related to Breastfeeding
- Surveillance Tools to Monitor Breastfeeding Practices: US and Global
- Special Topic: Donor Milk Banks
- Special Topic: Chestfeeding Considerations for Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Queer, Questioning, Plus People
- Special Topic: Support for Breastfeeding/Breast Milk in a Child Care Setting
Practice Quiz
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Week Four Quiz
Educational Materials Assignment - Part 3
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1
Readings
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1
ExternalTool
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Acknowledgement of Completion of Educational Materials Assignment
1
External Tool
- Educational Materials Assignment: Part 3 Final Draft
1
Readings
- Educational Materials Assignment: Part 3 Final Draft Instructions
Knowledge Post-Test
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1
Assignment
1
Assignment
- Knowledge Post-Test
Course Wrap Up
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3
Readings
3
Readings
- Congratulations
- Post-Course Survey
- Keep Learning with Michigan Online
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Explore the public health implications of breastfeeding with this foundational course in Health & Fitness. Guided by the Socio-Ecological Model, you'll examine individual to policy-level impacts on breastfeeding practices globally. Led by Coursera, the course covers maternal and child health benefits, economic and environmental effects, health profession education, and LGBTQ+ practices. Engage in video lectures, literature critiques, budgeting, and educational material creation over 780 minutes. Suitable for beginners, with Starter and Professional subscription options. Ideal for those aiming to understand and promote successful breastfeeding practices.
Olivia S. Anderson