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lactation

knowledge

health and welfare

health

nursing and midwifery

lactation

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Description

The physiology and function of the breast during lactation as appropriate for counselling the pregnant and postpartum woman.

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breast-feeding

lactation

physiology and function of the breast during lactation

physiology of the secretion of milk

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knowledge

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occupation specific skills and competences

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ESCO is a Europe 2020 initiative.

DG Employment, Social Affairs and Inclusion of the European Commission developed ESCO in collaboration with stakeholders and with the European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (Cedefop).

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Current version: ESCO v1.1.2 (Last update 22/02/2024)