Pregnancy Terms
Labor & Delivery
Breastfeeding
Infant Nutrition
Prenatal Nutrition
100
What is the term for when a mom is low in iron?
What is anemia
100
The name of the condition where the placenta has moved down towards the cervix and is partly covering the opening to the cervix during pregnancy.
What is "partial placenta previa"
100
What is the name of the 'first milk' from the breast
What is "Colostrum"
100
An infant, when born usually has stores of iron that will last up to how many months after birth? a) 2 months b) 4 months c) 6 months d) up to a year (12 months)
What is b) "4 months"
100
Which of the following teas are not recommended during pregnancy: a) chamomile b) ginseng c) peppermint d) a & b above
What is d) a & b above
200
The term that is used before a woman conceives and becomes pregnant where it is recommended to eat healthy, be active and plan for the pregnancy
What is 'preconception'
200
Braxton Hicks are which of the following: a) muscle cramps or spasms in the abdominal area b) lets the woman know she is in real labor c) muscle cramps and spasms of the uterus d) a sore on a neck that leaves a bruise from a kiss & bite
What is c) muscle cramps and spasms of the uterus
200
True or False. Women who are breastfeeding need about 600 - 700 more calories per day for the first year of breastfeeding.
What is "False" They need an additional 350 - 400 calories per day
200
List 2 causes of dental decay in an infant or toddler
What is "baby bottle syndrome- put to bed with milk in mouth", putting juices into baby bottles, baby's gums are not wiped with a clean cloth, damp gauze or washcloth when finished eating, or child's teeth are not being brushed.
200
What are the two artificial sweeteners that are considered as 'safe' to use by Health Canada during pregnancy.
What is "sucralose" or Splenda, and 'aspartame' or Equal
300
What does SIDS stand for?
What is "Sudden Infant Death Syndrome"
300
A condition where the membrane sac that is holding baby and amniotic fluid breaks open before the woman is actually in labor.
What is "PROM" or "Premature Rupture of the Membrane" (this can cause complications for the fetus, and even death- those who smoke are at greatest risk for this happening)
300
When the mother's milk is spraying out of the nipple too quickly when breastfeeding, this is called what?
What is "let-down reflex" or " forceful let down"
300
If a baby is fed solids too early, this can cause what to potentially develop?
What is "an allergy" for the infant
300
When a pregnant mom craves something that is not a food, like dirt, paper etc. during the pregnancy, the is called what?
What is "pica"
400
The name for the nausea and vomiting one may feel earlier i their pregnancy (first few weeks)
What is "morning sickness"
400
The name for labor that begins before 37 weeks gestation
What is "Preterm"
400
Name the two nutrients that breastmilk does not contain, so a supplement is required for the baby.
What is " iron and Vitamin D"
400
At what month is it recommended by Health Canada to start solid foods.
What is "6 months-7 months"
400
To prevent SIDS, what is the recommended way of putting a baby in his/her crib?
What is "on their back"
500
A common oral health problem that can happen during pregnancy due to the increase in the hormone projesterone
What is "gingivitis" or inflammation of the gums (this is where the gums will start to bleed when brushing)
500
True or False. In "True Labor" the contractions are usually irregular and come about every 10 minutes
What is "False" that is "false labor"
500
A local anesthetic that is injected into the spine is called a what?
What is an "epidural"
500
How long should a parent wait before they allow their infant to use a soother?
What is " at least one month"
500
True or False Cheese that is not safe to eat during pregnancy includes feta, ricotta, blue cheese, Brie, mozzarella and Mexican styled cheese.
What is "False" All are not recommended except the mozzarella cheese- this is okay to eat during pregnancy
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