Lifecycle unit Flashcards
What is the breast feeding recommendation goal?
Exclusive breast feeding for the first six months.
What happens to the infant after six months?
The iron stores given to the infant in the last two weeks of pregnancy become depleted.
What seven things influence the decision to breastfeed?
- Education
- Employee Status
- Birth Order
- Geography
- Benefits to the mother
- Birth Control
- Benefits to infant
What are some of the benefits to the mother from breast feeding?
It’s convenient (right temperature, sterile), lower risk of breast ovarian cancer (delays ovulation), oxytoxin hormone release (signals milk production and causes uterus contractions)
What are some of the benefits to the infant from breastfeeding?
It’s the best source and form of nutrients for the first six months. Colostrum is the fist milk produced (days 1-4), increasing antibodies in the infant. It lessens the chance of overfeeding, delays or decreases the severity of allergies, and could result in higher IQ.
What are some myths to do with breastfeeding?
A change in sexuality and a loss of figure.
Lactation: Energy and Nutrient Requirements - Iron needs
A lot less iron is needed during lactation when compared to pregnancy because the mother is no longer undergoing menstration.
How much more kcal/day is needed to make milk?
500-600 additional kcal/day. Approximately 330-400 kcal from diet, < 200 kcal from fat stores.
What is the protein in infant formulae from?
Cow’s milk and soy. Note: Not actually the cow’s milk, just the protein.
What is the fat in infant formulae?
The essential fatty acids, with the possibility of EPA/DHA.
What are the carbohydrates in infant formulae?
Lactose, sucrose.
What disadvantage will infant formulae always have?
No immune factors (antibodies).
What should infants have exclusively for the first six months?
Exclusive breast feeding and vitamin D drops. If not possible, iron-enriched formula.
What should the infant have at seven months?
Continued use of the breast feeding or formula, but with the addition of iron-rich foods. Foods should be introduced at this age.
What should the infant have from 12 months to 2 years?
Breast feeding/formula can still be used, but when the infant has had adequate fe-rich foods (and a good appetite), then there can be a switch to whole milk.
