HEALTH EDUCATION PLAN

BREASTFEEDING

Submitted by:
GROUP 1

BSN 2-D

September 26, 2019

I. Topic: Breastfeeding among Pregnant and Lactating Mother

II. Purpose: To positively influence the health behavior of clients regarding breastfeeding through health
teaching by providing information essential to improve and maintain the health of the infant as well as the
mother.

III. Goal: After the health teaching, the client shall be able to acquire knowledge, develop skills and elicit
positive behavior in promoting and supporting breastfeeding.

IV. Venue: Bago City, Health Center

V. Participant: Mother/s

VI.

Learning Content Outline Method(s) of Time Resources Methods of

Objectives Teaching Allotted (Instructional Evaluation
(Teaching Materials)
Strategies)
After 15 minutes
of health teaching
on breastfeeding,
the client will be
able to:

1. Identify the A. Definition of Discussion 5 minutes Manila paper

definition, breastfeeding written with
importance B. Importance of information about
and breastfeeding breastfeeding
advantages or C. Advantages or
benefits of benefits of
breastfeeding. breastfeeding
for the infant
and for the
Mothers

2. To practice the Techniques for Demonstration 5 minutes Paper Handouts

proper way of Correct Latch-on through pictures containing
breastfeeding and positioning pictures related to
breastfeeding

3. Initiate Recall the Discussion 5 minutes Microphone

positive different tips to be
attitude in done in promoting
coping with breastfeeding
breastfeeding

VII. Procedures
A. Reading of Objectives
1. Discuss breastfeeding in terms of its meaning, importance, and advantages or benefits. (cognitive)
2. Demonstrate through pictures the proper procedure in performing breastfeeding. (psychomotor)
3. Display an optimistic behavior in promoting breastfeeding. (affective)
B. Lesson Proper

Benefits to the Baby

Point 1: Breast milk contains every nutrient a baby need
Point 2: The baby is less likely to become overweight, or obese later in life
Point 3: Less tummy upsets, diarrhea, gastro-enteritis, chest and ear infections, asthma and childhood
Diabetes
Point 4: Bonding with the mother & baby
Point 5: Healthier babies and reduction in childhood cancers
Point 6: Increase in babies IQ level.
Point 7: Breastfed babies also have better mental development than babies fed on formula milk
Point 8: Breastfeeding may even continue to protect children’s health when they grow up, making them
less prone to conditions such as obesity, high blood pressure and heart disease.

Benefits to the Mother

Point 1: Breast milk is safe, clean and easy
Point 2: Reduce risk of both breast and ovarian cancers
Point 3: Reduced risk of osteoporosis and high blood pressure
Point 4: Helps to lose extra weight that was gained during pregnancy
Point 5: Contraception (menstrual cycle takes longer to normalise whilst breastfeeding- although this is
not a reliable method of contraception on its own as some women’s cycle returns sooner)
Point 6: Breast milk is free, therefore it saves money and time in comparison to bottle feeding
Point 7: The formation of a close bond between mother and child
Point 8: Breastmilk is always available, with the right ingredients, at the right temperature, so it’s easie
to feed at night or on the go.
Point 9: Reduced risk of Post Natal Depression
Point 10: Above all, it gives you a huge sense of achievement, seeing your baby grow and develop well,
and knowing it’s all your own work

C. Teaching Methods
c.1. Traditional Teaching Strategy using discussion & questioning
c.2. Demonstration through pictures

D. Generalization

The purpose of this activity is to positively influence the health behavior of clients regarding breastfeeding
through health teaching by providing information essential to improve and maintain the health of the infant
as well as the mother. The venue is OB ward in CLMMRH Bacolod.
 In discussing this with the mothers, they will identify the definition, importance and advantages or benefits
of breastfeeding, they will practice the proper way of breastfeeding and initiate positive attitude in coping
with breastfeeding in a span of 15 minutes after the discussion.

Lastly, the goal if this health teaching is to let the client or mother/s acquire knowledge, develop skills
and elicit positive behavior in promoting and supporting breastfeeding.

VIII. Value Statement

"Breastfeeding is the hardest yet most rewarding thing you will do in your life"

IX. Content Summary:

A. Definition of breastfeeding
B. Importance of breastfeeding
C. Advantages or benefits of breastfeeding for the infant and for the Mothers
D. Techniques for Correct Latch-on and positioning
E. Recall the different tips to be done in promoting breastfeeding

X. References
Breastfeeding (n.d). Retrieved from
https://www.azadlab.ca/uploads/8/9/1/2/89121762/leicestershire_bf_curriculum.pdf