Certified Breastfeeding Counselor (CBC) Practice

According to AWHONN, what are the responsibilities of staff working with breastfeeding mothers?

1. Only provide medical treatment

2. Offer support groups

3. Implement outdated practices

4. Provide education, create a supportive environment, implement current evidence-based practices, prioritize preterm and vulnerable patient care, and support groups

The correct answer is: Provide education, create a supportive environment, implement current evidence-based practices, prioritize preterm and vulnerable patient care, and support groups

Staff working with breastfeeding mothers have a wide range of responsibilities, including providing medical treatment, offering support groups, implementing current evidence-based practices, and prioritizing preterm and vulnerable patient care. Option A is incorrect because staff should not only provide medical treatment, but also support the emotional and educational needs of the mother and baby. Option B is only one aspect of their responsibilities and does not encompass all the important tasks mentioned in the correct answer. Option C is incorrect because staff should be implementing current evidence-based practices, not outdated ones. Option D is the correct answer because it encompasses all the important responsibilities for staff working with breastfeeding mothers.