>   In an effort to better evaluate the breastfeeding process, I
would like
to initiate the L.A.T.C.H.  system of documentation by Jensen,
Kelsay and
Wallace.

>  Please let me know if any of you are utilizing this system and
how
>effective it is.


I initiated this system about 6 months ago.  It is working very
well for us.  If the nurse assigns 3 scores of 9 or higher in a
row, then the nurse does not need to chart subsequent feedings
unless a problem occurrs.  It allows every nurse (and MD, too!!) to
clearly see how BF is going and where problems may lie.  It really
helps me when I am asked to assist moms.

Good luck!!
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Jeffrey S. Fouche, RN, BSN
Assistant Director of Maternal/Child Services and Breastfeeding Educator
Barrow Medical Center
http://members.gnn.com/jsfouche/breastfeeding.html
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