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Question 1

Regarding milk production, on average when does milk “come in” for mothers? What is the size of the baby’s stomach on day of life 1 and day of life 3?

Answer 1

Milk “comes in” on average PPD#2-3. The baby’s stomach on day 1 is 5-7 mL (size of marble) and on day 3 is 22-27 mL (size of ping pong ball).

Question 2

What is the percentage of women with postpartum blues, depression, and psychosis?

Answer 2

Blues (50%)
Depression (10-16%)
Psychosis (0.1-0.2%)

Question 3

What percentage of women come to the 6-week postpartum visit?

Answer 3

60%

Question 4

What test should gestational diabetics receive at the 6-week postpartum visit?

Answer 4

2h GTT with 75 g load

Question 5

When can OCPs be started in the postpartum period?

Answer 5

4-6 weeks postpartum

Question 6

How long does the AAP recommend exclusive breastfeeding?

Answer 6

6 months of exclusive breastfeeding

12 months of breastfeeding supplemnted wtih solid foods