Babies Flashcards
1
Q
Give another name for breastfeeding
A
Lactation
2
Q
Name 2 positives of breastfeeding
A
- helps create bond between mother and baby
* can help mother loose excess baby weight
3
Q
Name 2 negatives of lactation
A
- dad May feel left out
* hard for mum to go back to work quickly
4
Q
Name to positives of bottle feeding
A
- Parents can share responsibility
* Mother can go back to work quickly
5
Q
Name to negatives of bottle feeding
A
- cost of milk and equipment
* preparation time
6
Q
Why do all feeding products need to be sterilised before use?
A
Because babies are prone to infections because they have weaker immune systems
7
Q
When can babies be weaned onto food
A
4 months
8
Q
What can babies not have for the first 12 months of their life?
A
Cows milk
