Giving baby water while exclusively breastfeeding is necessary to keep the baby well hydrated, especially in the hot summer months.
Baby receives all the necessary water from breast milk.
100
What are 2 early signs that a baby is hungry and ready to eat?
Baby's hand to mouth, smacking lips, moving head side to side
100
TRUE or FALSE
Breastfed babies need sugar water or formula to supplement breast milk.
False,
Breast milk provides all the water and nutrients baby needs in the first 6 months.
100
Name 2 benefits of breastfeeding for baby
Ultimate nutrition-the milk changes to the needs of the baby
Bonding/security
protects from bacteria/virus/disease (ear infections, pneumonia, allergies)
200
Mothers who wish to continue breastfeeding and return to school or work prepare ahead by using this.
a breast pump-used to express and store breastmilk. Women can also hand express milk into storage bags/containers
200
This vitamin is necessary if breastfeeding as there is little found in the breastmilk (living in Canada-less sun light)
Vitamin D
It helps to absorb calcium into baby's bones
200
What is recommended immediately after the birth up to 1 hour of a health newborn?
Skin to skin, initial breastfeed
200
TRUE or FALSE
Most common illnesses -- such as colds, flu, skin infections, -- can be passed through breast milk.
If a mother has an illness, her breast milk will help protect her baby from those same illnesses
200
TRUE or FALSE
Babies who breastfeed are know to do better in school
TRUE
Breastmilk contains the perfect nutrients for babys brain growth
300
How does the body make more breast milk?
The body makes more milk when milk is effectively removed from the breast by baby feeding or pumping
There are herbs and medication which can help with milk production.
Herbs:Blessed Thistle & Fenugreek
Medication:Domperidone
300
Name 3 benefits of breastfeeding for mom
Weight loss
Decreased risk of ovarian and breast cancer
Delays the return of the mother’s menstrual period
Lessens osteoporosis
Promotes emotional health
Costs less to breastfeed
300
What can cause
In mom:
-sharp shooting pain in the breast while feeding
-a crescent shaped crack on the base of nipple
In baby:
-white patches in the mouth
-diaper rash
Thrush (yeast infection)
Mom and baby can pass on to each other.
300
TRUE or FALSE
A nursing mother needs extra food to produce milk for her baby.
A breastfeeding mother will need about 500 more calories per day than before she was pregnant. Ingesting extra calcium is particularly important for nursing mothers, too.
300
TRUE or FALSE
There is less nutrients in breastmilk as baby gets older (1 + years)
FALSE
Breastmilk still offers nutrients and protective properties to children 1+ years of age. It helps baby to digest solids.
400
What is found in colostrum (the first milk mom produces)
carbohydrates, fats, vitamins, minerals, and
proteins (antibodies) that fight disease-causing bacteria and viruses.
400
Breastmilk changes during a feed.
What is the name of the milk that tends to appear later in the feeding and has a high fat content (helps baby's to gain weight well and feel full longer)
Hindmilk
400
Name 2 signs of a good latch.
No pain, pinching
No cracked nipples, blisters, bruises
baby has a lot of the breast in the mouth (deep latch)
No clicking sounds, swallows heard (good milk transfer)
Chin is touching the breast, nose is free
400
TRUE or FALSE
I can not drink any alcohol while breastfeeding.
TRUE & FALSE
Alcohol passes through into breastmilk
Alcohol can reduce milk production and the let down reflex
If choosing to drink alcohol PLAN AHEAD, express milk, store enough for a few feeds (the more consumed the longer it takes to leave the body)
400
TRUE or FALSE
I can not breastfeed if I smoke.
FALSE
It is best not to smoke if breastfeeding however baby benefits more from breastfeeding with a mother who smokes than receiving formula.
It is recommended to cut back if unable to quit and smoke right after a feed so there is less chemicals in the breastmilk by the next feed.
500
Cause of a lump that is on the breast that needs direct pressure and continuous nursing to clear.
Blocked milk duct
500
The name of a breast infection caused by an untreated plugged duct
Mastitis
500
What is common at 2, 3, 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months. It commonly causes baby to want to eat more frequently. Some mothers worry at these times thinking they are lacking in milk supply.
Growth spurts
500
TRUE or FALSE
Once a baby starts eating solids at 6 months they no longer need breast milk for nutrients.
FALSE
Once solids are started it is important to continue breastfeeding as your baby will continue to receive many benefits such as water, nutrition, protection from disease, it helps the baby to digest the solid food.
500
TRUE or FALSE
I can not take any medication while breastfeeding.
FALSE
There are some medications that can be taken while brestfeeding. It is best to discuss with a public health nurse or your doctor.