Episode 2: Breastfeeding Wise Health for Women Warriors

Welcome to the second episode of Wise Health for Women Warriors: Breastfeeding. Ways to support breastfeeding service members. Retired Air Force Lt. Col. (Dr.) Kristi Norcross joins Army Lt. Col. (Dr.) Erin Keyser.

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References discussed in this episode:
Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Protocols

Military Breastfeeding Policies:
Army: https://armypubs.army.mil/ProductMaps/PubForm/Details.aspx?PUB_ID=105996

Air Force: https://static.e-publishing.af.mil/production/1/af_a1/publication/afgm2020-36-01/afgm2020-36-01.pdf

Navy: https://www.med.navy.mil/directives/ExternalDirectives/6000.14B.pdf
Drugs and Lactation Database (LactMed): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/

Hale’s Medications and Mother’s Milk app, breastfeeding reference

The SnapBack App, postpartum exercises

Supervisors: How to support breastfeeding in the field
https://www.mycg.uscg.mil/News/Article/2428605/supporting-breastfeeding-mothers

Breastfeeding in the Navy Support: https://www.mynavyhr.navy.mil/Support-Services/21st-Century-Sailor/Parenthood-Pregnancy/Breastfeeding-in-the-Navy/

The information in this podcast is for educational purposes and does not replace treatment. Patients should consult with a physician before making any changes to care.

The views expressed in this presentation are those of the presenters and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of the Department of Defense, nor the U.S. Government.