Newborn Nutrition

Question 1

Describe the process of Lactogenesis?

Answer 1

mechanoreceptors in breast sense suckling, signals hypothalamus to release dopamine, dopamine stimulates the anterior pituitary to release prolactin for milk production and the posterior pituitary to release oxytocin for milk ejection

Question 2

What are the maternal benefits of breastfeeding?

Answer 2

• decreased risk of T2 diabetes, breast & ovarian cancer, PP depression
• wt loss

Question 3

How long does colostrum last?

Answer 3

2-4 days post delivery

Question 4

Transitional Milk teaching?

Answer 4

• starts from end of colostrum to 2 weeks PP

- is high in fat, vitamins and calories

Question 5

Components of Mature Milk?

Answer 5

• Foremilk: beginning of feeding, high in water, vitamins and proteins
• Hindmilk: after let down, higher fat content and calories

Question 6

How often should formula babies be fed?

Answer 6

q 3-4 hrs 6-8 x a day

Question 7

Common periods of infant growth spurs?

Answer 7

• 1.5 - 2 wks
• 6 - 9 wks
• 3 - 6 months

Question 8

When should solid foods be introduce?

Answer 8

6 months