Describes how MOM helps infants' brains, lungs, intestines and digestive systems develop, while providing personalised protection against infections via signature antibodies and immune system programming
The power of breastfeeding or pumping for mothers
Information Sheet
An overview of how lactation protects mothers against infection and bleeding after birth, breast cancer, ovarian cancer, osteoporosis, metabolic diseases like diabetes and high blood pressure – and the list is growing as more research is conducted.
MOM and NICU infant brain development
Information Sheet
Details how and why MOM offers protection and supports the unique progression of a NICU infant’s brain growth and development.
Colostrum – lifesaving medicine for NICU infants
Information Sheet
Describes the unprecedented benefits of colostrum and answers basic questions mothers may ask NICU staff.
Why human donor milk (HDM)?
Information Sheet
Explains why supplementing MOM with HDM may be necessary for NICU mothers, and addresses common concerns related to protocol and safety
Four forms of MOM: fresh, refrigerated, frozen and pasteurised
Information Sheet
A guide to help ensure the safe use and storage of expressed MOM.
Category 2 - 03.08.20
Reference guidelines for medications and MOM feeding
Long Video
Explores NICU-specific points healthcare professionals can consider when evaluating MOM feeding for infants of mothers taking prescription medications.
Marijuana and MOM
Information Sheet
Understanding the risks marijuana use carries for preterm infant brain growth and development, and a mother’s breastmilk supply, is important as it becomes legal in more locations.
Medication safety and MOM
Information Sheet
Provides answers to fundamental questions mothers often have about the safety of MOM when they are taking prescription medications.
Preventing, recognising and treating mastitis
Information Sheet
Mastitis – what it is and why it can be common in the NICU if pumping sessions are too short or too far apart.
NICU-specific guidelines for managing mastitis
Information Sheet
Safe mastitis treatment, MOM feeding and MOM storage: each process comes with differentiated instructions for mothers of NICU infants.
Breastfeeding the NICU infant: COVID-19 advice
Information Sheet
Provides current, evidence-based guidance on breastfeeding with COVID-19, from world-leading health organisations and experts, applicable for NICU infants.
Category 3 - 03.08.20
Mouth care with MOM: Benefits and practical steps
Long Video
Explains the benefits of practicing mouth care (oropharyngeal care) with MOM for NICU infants, and demonstrates the basic steps of the process for training NICU staff or families.
Skin to skin (kangaroo) care: Introduction for NICU families
Long Video
Introduces parents to the health and developmental benefits of skin to skin care, and demonstrates two ways to transfer an infant from the incubator.
Skin to skin (kangaroo) care: Training guide for NICU staff
Long Video
Outlines research findings and the clinical benefits of skin to skin care, and demonstrates effective techniques and procedures for implementing the intervention with intubated infants.
Skin to skin (kangaroo) care benefits for NICU infants
Information Sheet
From stabilising heart and breathing rates to fostering the development of personalised antibodies – this straightforward practice offers astonishing benefits.
Mouth care with MOM to fight infection
Information Sheet
Describes the 3 main ways that mouth care (oropharyngeal care) with MOM may help protect NICU infants from developing ear, throat and lung infections
Category 4 - 03.08.20
Considerations when choosing a breast shield for a pump-dependent mother
Short Video
Discusses points to consider when supporting a mother to find the right size breast shield for a optimal pumping. Includes visual examples and discussions with a NICU mother
Getting the right fit: breast shields
Short Video
Demonstrates how to assess for a correct and comfortable breast shield fit, with examples from different pumping mothers
Visualising a well-fitted breast shield
Short Video
Offers different close-up views of correctly fitted breast shields
When the breast shield is too large: how to assess and adjust
Short Video
Provides guidance on how to assess whether a breast shield is too large and offers points for selecting the correct size and improving comfort
Centering the nipple in the breast shield
Short Video
Provides visual guidance to teach mothers how to correctly position the nipple in the breast shield for optimal and comfortable pumping
When the breast shield is off centre: How to assess and adjust
Short Video
Provides visual guidance to correct an off-centre breast shield and improve comfort
Attaining optimal breast shield pressure
Short Video
Shows how to hold the breast shield to prevent excess pressure that could disrupt milk flow
Evaluating the nipple base
Short Video
Demonstrates how to locate the nipple base and why this is important for effective and efficient pumping
Evaluating nipple circumference
Short Video
Demonstrates how to evaluate the nipple circumference for a comfortable breast shield fit
Evaluating nipple elasticity
Short Video
Addresses differences in nipple elasticity, and why elasticity is relevant for pump-dependent mothers
Using nipple ointment
Short Video
Explains why nipple ointment is important, especially for helping to prevent infection, and when it should be used for pump-dependent mothers
Optimising milk removal while pumping
Short Video
Demonstrates how a mother can optimise her breastmilk output while remaining comfortable
Pumping to empty the breast
Short Video
Teaches mothers how to recognise when the breast has been fully drained and why it is important
Milk Ejection while pumping
Short Video
Provides a visual example of breastmilk being ejected whilst pumping
Initiating lactation in the NICU
Information Sheet
How to optimise lactation in the first two weeks after birth – key to enabling a long-lasting, abundant supply of MOM.
Breast pumps for NICU mothers
Information Sheet
How to identify an effective, efficient and comfortable breast pump to sustain lactation if a preterm infant is too small or sick to breastfeed.
Pumping, and the effects of lactation hormones
Information Sheet
What hormonal and physical reactions mothers can expect when using a breast pump.
Pumping to create MOM demand and supply
Information Sheet
A day-by-day look at ‘coming to volume’ in the first two weeks of lactation: what it means for NICU mothers and why it is important for sustained MOM production.
Points to check when pumping
Information Sheet
From selecting the right breast shield size to unclogging a milk duct, this checklist can help mothers pump effectively, efficiently and comfortably.
Pumping for preterm infants after NICU discharge
Information Sheet
Explains why pumping for preterm infants after NICU discharge is important, and addresses questions mothers may have with practical guidelines
Category 5 - 03.08.20
Setting Realistic Goals for Breastfeeding Premature Infants
Short Video
Differences when breastfeeding preterm infants: Behaviour
Short Video
A NICU specialist discusses different breastfeeding behaviours of preterm and full-term infants with a new mother and grandmother
Differences when breastfeeding preterm infants: Suction
Short Video
A NICU specialist discusses safe breastfeeding positions to support optimal suction of preterm infants with a new mother and grandmother
Differences in Breastfeeding Premature and Full-Term Infants: Sucking Patterns
Short Video
Breastfeeding Positions for Premature Infants: Supporting the Head and Neck
Short Video
Breastfeeding Positions for Premature Infants: Football Hold
Short Video
Breastfeeding Positions for Premature Infants: Cradle Hold
Short Video
Breastfeeding preterm infants: Milk ejection
Short Video
A breastfeeding mother describes her milk ejection experience with a NICU specialist, while breastfeeding her preterm infant
Breastfeeding in the NICU: The Mother’s Mother as Helper
Short Video
Breastfeeding Premature Infants: Pumping after NICU Discharge
Short Video
Nipple Shield: Application to the Breast
Short Video
Nipple Shield: Choosing and Evaluating Size
Short Video
Nipple Shield: Evaluating Effectiveness
Short Video
Measuring Milk Intake during Breastfeeding in NICU Infants
Short Video
Preparing to breastfeed in the NICU
Information Sheet
Helps prepare mothers for breastfeeding in the NICU, with practical tips and information about what they can expect
Breastfeeding positions for preterm infants
Information Sheet
Illustrates safe support and positioning for breastfeeding a preterm infant in the NICU and after discharge
Breastfeeding preterm infants after NICU discharge
Information Sheet
Offers tips to address specific preterm breastfeeding concerns and challenges mothers may experience after being discharged from the NICU
Nipple shields for breastfeeding preterm infants
Information Sheet
Describes how nipple shields help preterm infants breastfeed effectively and efficiently, and offers guidelines for their appropriate use and care
Category 6 - 03.08.20
Breast assessment for pump-dependent mothers
Short Video
Explains the importance of conducting regular breast assessments for pump-dependent mothers
Performing a breast assessment
Short Video
Demonstrates how to teach mothers to perform a breast assessment.
Category 7 - 03.08.20
Individual mothers’ testimonial about importance of being in the NICU and providing milk
Short Video
Mothers speaking of the importance of having mother-to-mother support for pumping and providing milk, especially during long NICU hospitalizations
