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NCLEX-RN
Health Promotion and Maintenance

Newborn Breastfeeding Frequency Guidance

Medium Ante/intra/postpartum And Newborn Care Newborn Care

A nurse is providing instructions to a new mother about the care of her newborn. The mother expresses concern about her baby's feeding schedule, as she is unsure how often to breastfeed during the first days post-delivery.

The nurse explains that frequent feeding is important for establishing milk supply and meeting the baby's nutritional needs. She emphasizes the importance of responding to the newborn's hunger cues.

Which of the following recommendations should the nurse provide regarding breastfeeding frequency for a newborn in the first few days of life?

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