You are visiting a client the day after the birth, and she says, "I've started breastfeeding, but I just don't enjoy it." Your BEST response is:
Explanation
Answer: C - The additive, reflective response is the strongest form of communication when using active listening techniques. Judgments, like questioning the speaker's opinion, break down trust between the client and doula. Identifying a feeling, while a reasonable strategy, doesn't go far enough to improve true communication. A lactation consultant may be a good addition to the care team, but asking about her should not be the first response to the mother's statement.
