This hormone is secreted by the pituitary gland and stimulates milk ejection into the breast ducts
What is oxytocin
100
These WIC employees provide peer-to-peer support, counseling, education and referrals to moms
Who are breastfeeding assistants
100
A hungry baby demonstrates this action; involves moving his head around in search of the breast
What is rooting
100
Inflammation of the breast that can be caused by obstruction and/or infection
What is mastitis
100
These glands secrete an oily substance that protects the areola and nipple
What are Montgomery's glands
200
This first milk after baby’s birth is rich in proteins and antibodies
What is colostrum
200
This device is placed over the nipple and areola to assist with latching or sucking difficulty
What is a nipple shield
200
These cues include: baby falling off the breast, baby falling asleep, baby relaxing his body
What are satiety cues / ways to tell your baby is full
200
A painful situation that occurs when the breasts are extremely full of milk; nursing or pumping will reduce this feeling
What is engorgement
200
The length of time breast milk can safely be stored in the refrigerator
What is up to 5 days
300
This hormone is secreted by the pituitary gland and is responsible for milk production within the alveoli in the breast
What is prolactin
300
This group is the largest and most effective mother-to-mother breastfeeding support group; national and international chapters exist
What is La Leche League
300
The recommended times per day that infants should feed
What is 8-12 times a day
300
This common problem may be relieved with proper positioning and ensuring comfortable latch
What is sore nipples
300
Indicators such as weight gain, adequate wet/dirty diapers, swallowing/sucking sounds
What are ways to tell your baby is getting enough breastmilk
400
This reflex causes milk to flow within the ducts inside the breast
What is the let-down reflex
400
This state-wide program encourages employers to support mothers to continue breastfeeding after returning to work; our WIC clinics have this designation
What is the Mother Friendly Worksite Program
400
This is the size of a newborn’s stomach, at which time he can hold about 1 tsp of colostrum
What is a small marble
400
Symptoms of this complication include a struggling infant who is not able to handle the high flow of milk, leaking between feedings and strong let-down reflex
What is oversupply
400
These are the parts of the three-step counseling method
What is ask, affirm, educate
500
Breastmilk produced toward the end of a feeding that has a higher fat content, which helps the baby feel full longer
What is hindmilk
500
The WIC program includes this food item in food packages for women who are exclusively breastfeeding
What is canned fish (canned tuna, salmon)
500
This action includes holding the baby on your bare chest; benefits can include temperature regulation and physical bonding
What is skin-to-skin contact
500
An overgrowth of yeast that may present as an itchy red rash or white spots in baby’s mouth