Breast Feeding Flashcards
1
Q
Lactogenesis II
A
-Onset of full milk production often by 48-72 hrs.
- Frequent breast emptying
2
Q
Decrease in placental hormones =
A
-Increase in prolactin which promotes milk production
3
Q
Colostrum is considered
A
-The first immunization
4
Q
Lactose prevents
A
-Hypoglycemia
5
Q
IgA
A
-Protect body surfaces that are exposed to outside foriegn substances
6
Q
Benefits of breast feeding
A
-Asthma
- Obesity
-Ear infections
-SIDS
7
Q
Crying is a
A
-Late stage of hunger
-Skin to skin contact to promote alertness and feeding behavior
8
Q
Contradictions to breastfeeding
A
-Infant with galactosemia
-Mother with active TB
-Mother with HSV lesion on nipple
-Chemo/radiation
-Cocaine use
