Prenatal
Baby Delivery
Infant Care
Bottle Feeding
Healthy Eating
100
It is common for pregnant mothers to feel fear- fears about miscarriage, baby's health and the delivery itself. if you are feeling this way, it is best to handle it by a) feeling embarrassed b) admit you have these concerns and speak to your local nurse c) don't tell anyone about your fears
What is "b"- acknowledge that you have these fears and talk to your nurse about the fears
100
Braxton hicks contractions are referred to as good 'warm ups' for your uterus, and are also known as: a) false labour pains b) kissing bruises c) the 'real thing'
What is 'false labour pains' - they often happen during the middle of your pregnancy
100
To protect your baby from viruses and diseases that can harm your child, it is important that you do what to prevent your child from getting certain sicknesses.
What is 'immunize or vaccinate' the child against various health conditions
100
If mom is unable to breastfeed and is formula feeding, the ready-to-use liquid formula is recommended for babies in their first four weeks of life. True or False
What is 'true' - avoid using the powdered formula and the liquid formulas where you are adding water- especially if your community is under a boiled water advisory
100
Once baby is born, eating healthy for mom is not as important True or False
What is "False' - it is important that mom stay healthy by eating healthy- whether they are breast feeding or formula feeding
200
Ways to manage morning sickness during pregnancy includes; a) eat small frequent meals b) drink liquids before or after eating- not during c) if smells trigger nausea, ask for help when cooking d) eat plain soda crackers e) all of the above
What is 'e" all of the above
200
True of False it is recommended that you plan ahead for the delivery date and have a bag with clothes, pyjamas, nursing bra, several pairs of underwears, sanitary pads, lip balm, toothbrush and toothpaste ready to go when the times comes for delivery.
What is 'true'
200
True or False Formula milk is the most natural form of food for a newborn baby
What is 'false' - breast milk is the natural source of nutrition of the newborn.
200
When buying any infant formula, it is always important to check the containers for: a) dents in the can b) expiry dates c) color of the label d) a and b above
What is 'a and b above"
200
It is important that the pregnant and breastfeeding mom avoid eating the following foods a) albacore tuna b) mackerel c) brown trout or d) a and b above
What is 'a and b above' - some tunas and mackerel can contain mercury. Brown trout is an excellent fish to eat
300
During pregnancy, the skin cells turn over more quickly making your skin feel dryer. it is important to do what, when your skin is dry? a) wipe skin with alcohol to cool it down b) use a moisturizer every day- preferably unscented c) have hot showers daily
What is "b" - use a moisturizer on your skin every day
300
The term 'natal' means birth True or False
What is "True"
300
The first breast milk that mom makes is called colostrum. it is high in nutrients (vitamins and minerals) and acts like a natural laxative that makes the baby's stools a green color. True or False
What is 'True'
300
Open cans of formula baby powder, once opened, should be used a) within a week of opening the can b) within a month of opening the can c) within a year of opening the can
What is 'b' - within a month
300
Foods that should be avoided during pregnancy by mom include; a) raw or cold hot dogs (unless reheated to very high temperature) b) deli meats c) luncheon meats d) all of the above
What is 'd' - all of the above. These meats, if not heated to very high temperatures can contain a bacteria called listeria that can be harmful to the baby in the womb
400
When you have heartburn during pregnancy, it is best to a) eat spicy foods b) eat small frequent meals c) eat close to bedtime d) eat plain soda crackers
What is "d' - eat plain soda crackers
400
What is the name of the 'water' that breaks just before delivery. a) amniotic fluid b) urine c) spilled coffee d) all of the above
What is "a" - all of the above
400
What is it called when a mom puts baby in an upright position on their shoulder, while giving the baby gentle pats on their back after eating.
What is 'burping'
400
A safe way to warm your baby's milk bottle is to warm it in the microwave. True or False
What is "False_- microwaves heat from the inside out, so the bottle may feel cool to you, but the milk is scalding hot inside. Many babies have ended up in emergency departments at hospitals with very bad burns to the mouth
400
Cheeses that should be avoided during the pregnancy because they can also contain a bacteria called listeria that can be harmful to baby include: a) hard cheeses like cheddar b) cream chease c) feta cheese d) soft cheeses e) b, c and d above
What is "e" - b, c, and d above. These are all 'soft' cheeses that can contain more bacteria
500
To prevent neural tube defects that can cause brain damage to your baby, it is important to have a vitamin called folic acid in your diet. Foods that contain folic acid include: a) sunflower seeds b) dark green leafy vegetables c) Frozen 100% orange juice d) all of the above
What is 'd' - all of the above
500
You know you are in labour when a) you start to experience hunger pains b) a thick plug of mucous in the cervical canal starts to come out c) your cervix stats to soften for labour d) b and c above
What is 'b and c above'
500
When a woman 'expresses her milk', this means that a) it has expresso coffee in it b) she uses a breast pump c) it describes the expression on baby's face when feeding
What is 'b' - she is using a breast pump to relieve the breasts that may be engorged (full of milk) or to save for a later feeding
500
When mixing your infant formula with your local water, it is important to a) use bottled water b) boil the local tap water for at least 5 minutes c) cool the boiled water before adding it to the formula powder d) a,b,and c above
What is "d' - a, b and c above
500
Reasons why breast feeding is the first choice of feeding for your infant (if you are able) is because a) it is cheaper than formula feeding b) it is convenient and portable (no bottles to wash) c) there is evidence that children who are breastfed scored higher IQ and school performance d) it contains nutrients that protect the baby e) all of the above
What is "e" all of the above
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