breast feeding support Flashcards
1
Q
When should breast feeding be initiated
A
Within the first hour of life
2
Q
What is the recomendation for intake of nutrients in infants up to 6 months
A
Exclusively breasfed
3
Q
When should breastfeeding be continued till
A
2 years and beyond
4
Q
What are signs that breastfeeding is going well
A
- Baby is growing well
- Adequate nappy output
- Generally content
- No nipple pain from mother
5
Q
What is the most common cause of nipple pain due to feeding
A
Shallow/suboptimal latch
6
Q
What is the treatment of mastitis
A
- Continue breastfeeding
- Analgesia and NSAIDS
- Ice
- Lymphatic drainage stroking
- Antibiotics if required
7
Q
What should be done with breastfeeding when the baby has cows milk protein allergy (CMPA)
A
- The mother should continue breastfeeding but take out cow milk from her diet
8
Q
What are the contraindications for breast feeding
A
- Chemotherapy
- Clozapine
- Infections such as herpes and HIV
- Unpredictable illicit drug use such as heroin
- Galactosaemia
- Congenital lactose intolerance
9
Q
Which SSRI is indicated for breastfeeding mothers
A
Sertraline
