Breastfeeding and Delivery Room Neonatal Collapse

We report 2 healthy term neonates who suffered respiratory arrest while in the mother’s arms and attempting breastfeeding. In each case, rapid response by the delivery room nurse averted tragedy. Metabolic and infectious evaluations were unremarkable. Both babies have been well on subsequent examinations. We conclude that proper education of mothers and safe positioning of neonates is critical during the initiation of breastfeeding.

Source: Journal of Human Lactation - April 13, 2015 Category: Nursing Authors: Friedman, F., Adrouche-Amrani, L., Holzman, I. R. Tags: Case Reports Source Type: research