The Journal of Human Lactation Podcast
The Journal of Human Lactation Podcast
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Welcome to the JHL podcast where we delve into the groundbreaking world of lactation science. We'll explore the latest research articles, uncover innovative practices, and discuss the future of breastfeeding and human milk studies.
All articles featured will be open access for 6 weeks after the podcast publishing date.
Our hope is that our podcast fosters scientific curiosity, inspiration, and further discussion among clinicians and researchers as we move the field of lactation forward.
If you have any questions, we’d love to hear about it! Email us at [email protected].
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The podcast focuses on various themes within lactation science, including research on breastfeeding, maternal emotional availability, and lactation support techniques. Episodes include discussions on topics like the importance of customized flange sizing for breast pumps, the influence of coparenting on breastfeeding dynamics, and the commercialization of human milk, providing listeners with evidence-based insights and real-world applications.
Welcome to the JHL podcast where we delve into the groundbreaking world of lactation science. We’ll explore the latest research articles, uncover innovative practices, and discuss the future of breastfeeding and human milk studies.
All articles featured will be open access for 6 weeks after the podcast publishing date.
Our hope is that our podcast fosters scientific curiosity, inspiration, and further discussion among clinicians and researchers as we move the field of lactation forward.
If you have any questions, we’d love to hear about it! Email us at [email protected].
In this episode of the Journal of Human Lactation podcast, hosts Ellen Chetwynd and Adina Kopinsky discuss the article “Utilizing Lactation Acuity to Improve Lactation Services in a U.S. Hospital” by Rebecca Mannel, MPH, IBCLC.
Guest Dr. Angela Lober, JHL Assistant Editor, long-time hospital-based lactation consultant, and researcher at AWHONN, joins us to provide insights.
The article explores how using an acuity-based model, commonly used in hospitals to prioritize care, can improve how lactation consultants allocate their time. By having maternity nurses handle lower-acuity cases, IBCLCs can focus on more complex breastfeeding issues. At the studied hospital, only five IBCLCs were available, which is less than half the recommended number, making efficient time usage essential.
Key takeaways:
The acuity model helps prioritize lactation consults based on need.
Tracking direct and indirect consult time gives a clearer picture of workload.
Integrating lactation services into hospital systems similar to how other therapies are structured may elevate the field.
Challenges include the dynamic nature of hospital care and overextended staff.
The study highlights a promising approach but also calls for broader replication and qualitative research to assess real-time effectiveness and staff experience.
Links to the articles:
Utilizing Lactation Acuity to Improve Lactation Services in a U.S. Hospital
Mannel R. Utilizing Lactation Acuity to Improve Lactation Services in a U.S. Hospital. Journal of Human Lactation. 2024;41(1):97-104. doi:10.1177/08903344241299402
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