10.1 Infant Nutrition & Toddler Feeding Flashcards
1
Q
breastfeeding is best till when?
A
0-6month
2
Q
when to introduce solids?
A
around 6 months, no earlier than 4 months
3
Q
why not before 4 months?
A
- interfere with breastmlik production
- increase allergic reaction to food antigens
4
Q
if solids too late?
A
growth faltering micronutrient deficiencies skill delay reduced acceptance -may increase allergies
5
Q
first foods to introduce?
A
- iron-rich foods (mince)
- then everything else
6
Q
baby led weaning?
A
- good but baby needs to be ready with skills
- combo, let them do it
- also have purees ready
7
Q
texture grading for first foods?
A
6mo-smooth purree
7-9 - mash
10-12- pieces, chewing
8
Q
how to start?
A
-quiet, middle of breast feed, try a tsp of smooth purree
9
Q
when to switch from food then breastmilk?
A
8/9 months
10
Q
main drinks for kids?
A
water
milk
11
Q
gradual introduction of alergenic foods?
A
- not really,
- unless sibling with lots of alllergies
12
Q
choking?
A
different from gagging (normal)
13
Q
question to ask: my child doesn’t eat enough.
A
- Is weight growth appropriate?
- milestones
14
Q
force feed?
A
never
15
Q
grazing?
A
not encouraged
