The nurse is to begin the postpartum teaching of a mother who has given birth to her first child. What aspect of teaching is most important?

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The most important aspect of postpartum teaching for a new mother is to assist her in identifying behavior cues of the baby, such as hunger cues or signs of discomfort. This will help the mother respond appropriately to her baby's needs and promote bonding and attachment. While discussing the reactions of siblings and adaptation to grandparenthood can be helpful, it is not the most important aspect of teaching for the new mother. Determining father-infant attachment is also important, but this can be addressed in later teaching sessions.

The Nurse Is to Begin the Postpartum Teaching of a Mother