O sucesso do aleitamento materno exclusivo relacionado ao método canguru em recém-nascidos pré-termo: uma revisão narrativa

Abstract

Objective: describe how th kangaroo method benefits a exclusive breastfeeding in preterm newborns. Methodology: To carry out this research, the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SCIELO) database was searched for original articles published in 2011 and 2021, inclusive. The search terms used were: “Breastfeeding”, “Kangaroo mother”, “Preterm newborn”, and “skin-to-skin contact.” Results: When the newborn is placed in the kangaroo position with their mother, promotes bonding and affection between them and favors breastfeeding. The kangaroo method can also be used with by the father, siblings and grandparents, always monitored by a health professional within the unit of health. Conclusion: There are many benefits with the application of the kangaroo method in preterm newborns in relation to the self-efficacy of the mother's care and the baby's evolution during all stages of the method application, it promotes the bond between the family, stimulates the care and the father's bond with the baby, encourages breastfeeding and thus a healthy weight gain.