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Breastfeeding

Apply knowledge of the physiology of breastfeeding to promote and support breastfeeding.

CPD 10.5 hours accredited learning

Learning format Self-paced online, start anytime

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Overview

The "Breastfeeding" course provides healthcare professionals with a comprehensive understanding of the physiology and management of breastfeeding. Participants will learn the benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and child, how to support lactation, and the tools needed to manage common breastfeeding difficulties. The course covers breast anatomy, lactation processes, and maternal nutrition, while offering practical guidance for addressing complications such as low milk supply, mastitis, and breastfeeding pain. Designed to support general practitioners in helping new mothers, this course emphasises evidence-based practices and patient care.

Meet your presenter

Dr Kate Moriarty

FRACGP

Bachelor of Medicine (honours), Fellowship of the RACGP and a Diploma in Child Health.

Dr Kate Moriarty works in private general practice in Port Macquarie, Australia, where she is also a supervisor of GP registrars and of medical students. She is a senior lecturer for UNSW Rural Clinical School, Port Macquarie campus. She has special interests in women’s health and medical education.

She holds a Bachelor of Medicine (honours), Fellowship of the RACGP and a Diploma in Child Health.

CPD hours

Education hours4.5

Reviewing performance hours6.0

Total CPD hours10.5

Accreditations

Royal Australian College of General Practitioners

Accreditation number: 455758

Australian College of Rural and Remote Medicine

Accreditation number: 38386

Short course fee

$295

Course includes:

Focused learning on a specific clinical topic
Practical knowledge for everyday practice
Led by experienced clinicians
Lifetime access to course materials

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10.5 CPD Hours
10.5 PDP Hours

Counts towards

Professional Certificate of Women's Health

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