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LESSON #3
INFORMED DECISION MAKING
Three Easy Steps to Discussing Breastfeeding
Step 2: Affirm the mother’s feelings.
Affirming feelings tells a woman that you have heard her concerns, and reassures her that her feelings are okay, no matter what.
“I felt that way, too.”
“I’ve heard other women say they are concerned about that.”
“I think that’s a common reaction – lots of women seem
to feel that way.”
Remember, this is an essential step!
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