Breastfeeding Flashcards
1
Q
what is the other name for breastfeeding
A
lactation
2
Q
what is it called when solid food is introduced to a baby
A
weaning
3
Q
what does lactation contain
A
all essential nutrients in the correct proportion and in the correct temp
4
Q
what is the advantages of lactation
A
- bond between the mother
- contains all the nutrients protein, fat, calcium and antibodies which fights infections and allergies and asthma
- free
- can help mother lose excess baby weight
5
Q
what is the disadvantages of lactation
A
- father left out
- mother can have trouble returning to work quicker
- there is stigma attack (stress and anxiety) to breastfeeding in public
6
Q
what is the advantages to bottle feeding
A
- parents can share responsibility
- mother can return to work quicker
7
Q
what is the disadvantages to bottle feeding
A
- cost of milk and equipment
- prep time
8
Q
why should you sterilise feeding products
A
babies are prone to infections as they have weak immune system
9
Q
what type of milk is produced after the first three days of birth
A
colostrum
has less fat, more protein ,rich in anti oxides ,protein that plays a key role in the baby immune system
