Class 1 Flashcards
The World Health Organization (WHO)
recommends exclusively breastfeeding up to
______ months of age, with continued
breastfeeding along with appropriate
complementary foods up to ______ years of
age or beyond.
6 months, 2 years
Reduces risk of _____________ cancer
25%
may reduce risk up to?
risk reduction associated with duration of breastfeeding
Reduces risk or uterine & ovarian cancers
lower estrogen level during lactation reduce stimulation of the uterine linging, ovaries, and breast tissue
reduces risk of cardiovascular disease
supports lower xue pressure and cholesterol levels if breastfeeding for a minimum of 9 months
“Mothers who do not breastfeed have 5x the risk of having scarring go their aorta, calcium deposits that are early marker of the ht disease”
Elenor Bimla Schwarz
reduces risk of type 2 diabetes
significant benefit found if breastfeeding for even 1 month
Lower incidence of osteoporosis
4x less likely to develop osteoporosis
-reduce rates of postmenopausal hip fractures
promotes emotional health
lowers rates of postpartum anxiety & depression
supports postpartum weight loss
greater reductions in hip circumference & fat loss at one month postpartum
-earlier return to pre-pregnanat weight
supports child spacing
excluse breastfeeding inhibits ovulation of most women, reducing fertility –progesterone levels stay hight enough to prohibit ovulation
economic Benefit (including mothers time & resources)
a years worth of formula costs approx. $1200-$2000; reduces environmental footprint
reduces risk of postpartum hemorrhaging
if first feed happens immediately after birth
Benfits for babies
brain eyes ears mouth throat
Brian:
cholesterol & healthy fats support growth of nerve tissue; higher IQs
Eyes
higher visual acuity
ears
fewer ear infections
mouth
reduced orthodontia needs (>1yr); strengthened facial development; introduces babies to wider variety of Tastes of flavours
throat
less likely to require tonsillectomies; offers protection against hypothyroidism
Respiratory:
27% decrease in respiratory trat, less wheezing, pneumonia, and influenza
Ht & circulatory:
may have lower cholesterol levels as adults; Ht rates are lower in breastfed babies
digestive
supports development of gut microbiome; 53% decrease in hospital admissions for diarrhea, constipation & gastrointestinal infections; >6months EBF associated w/ reduced risk of food allergies, reduces risk of Crohn’s & ulcerative colitis in adulthood
urinaty
fewer UTIs
KD
reduces stress on KD associated w lower sodium & protein intake
appendix
less likely to develop acute appendicitis
Musculoskeletal
reduces rates of juneviele rheumatoid arthritis
skin
reduces occurrences of eczema
growth
leaner at 1 year; less likely to develop obesity in adulthood
immune
fewer contraindications to vaccinations; helps to mature immune system; decreased risk of childhood leukaemia & asthma; lowers risk of developing high cholesterol, high xue pressure, & type 2 diabetes later in life, better protection against colds, virus, staph, strep & E.coli infections & accordingly to the UNICEF “a recent study of post-neonatal morality in the US found a 25% increase in mortality among non-breastfed infants.”
immune
fewer contraindications to vaccinations;
- helps to mature immune system; decreased risk of childhood leukaemia & asthma; -lowers risk of developing high cholesterol, high xue pressure, & type 2 diabetes later in life,
- better protection against colds, virus, staph, strep & E.coli infections & accordingly to the UNICEF “a recent study of post-neonatal morality in the US found a 25% increase in mortality among non-breastfed infants.”
Importance of colostrum
- coats baby’s digestive tract, protecting baby from pathogens
- kills harmful microorganisms & provides protection from inflammatory
- laxative effect, supportive for clearing meconium which helps to reduce jaundice
- maintains xue sugar levels, preventing hypoglycaemia
Human Milk
protein has lots of stress on KDs
water= 87.5g energy= 70 kcal protein= 1.0g 40% casein & 60% whey fatty acids= carbs= 6.9g vitamins= minerals= processing = immune-supports=
Human Milk
(protein has lots of stress on KDs)
omega 6 have pro & anti
inflammation - we need inflammation for growth for the infant
water= 87.5g energy= 70 kcal protein= 1.0g 40% casein & 60% whey fatty acids=4.4g omega-6; 374mg cholesterol- 14mg carbs= 6.9g vitamins: vit C -5mg niacin- 177 mg Vit A- 212 IU minerals= ca-32mg P-14mg (2:1) Mg- 3mg Na-17mg K-51mg (1:3) processing = none immune-supports=rich in bateria (especially lactobacillus acidophilus & bifidobacterium infants) lactalbumin, immunoglobulins (leg's) & lactoferrin
ways to establish & sustain breast-feeding
“while breastfeeding is a natural act, it is also a learned behaviour”
establish & sustain
initiate breastfeeding within first hour of life
- exclusive breastfeeding
- breastfeeding on demand
- no use of bottles, teats or pacifiers
prolactin
a protein hormone of the adenohypophysis of the pituitary gland that includes and maintains lactation in the postpartum mammalian females
oxytocin
a pituitary octane-tide hormone C43H66N12O12S2 that stimulus especially the contraction of uterine muscle and the secretion of milk
snuggling w your baby
-skin-skin contact
-having support to prioritize
being cozy w/ your new baby
-wearing baby in carrier
strong support system
- help w meals, housework, older children
- social connection
- lactation consultants
- la leche league
comfort while feeding
breastfeeding pillow
back support
support breast ("C" hold or "U" hold)
safe & low stress environments while feeding, esp. while breast-feeding is being establishing
-brestfeeding positionSoothing sore nipples & engorgement
Apply your own milk, lanolin, or coconut oil encourage healing
- only use clean water for washing (avoiding soaps)
- offer the least sore breast first
- break suction before taking baby off the breast
- cold cabbage leaves helps to reduce engorgement
hydration
keep water with you
- drink out of glass or stainless steel containers
- favour room temp or warm beverages over cool ones
- consume water, herbal teas, coconut water, broths, fresh juice
- limit coffee, caffeine teas, chocolate, alcohol, pop, sweetened juice
nourish mothers body
before baby arrives, stock freezer with as many healthy pre-cooked meals as much as possible
-organize a meal train, esp. in early postpartum days
-stock healthy snacks
focus on whole foods that are hydrating and easy to digest like soups, fruit and cooked vegetables
nourish mother body con’t
include whole grains, quality proteins, fermented foods, and emphasize healthy fats
