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What is one effect of alcohol intake on breastfeeding?
What is one effect of alcohol intake on breastfeeding?
Which of the following is recommended for mothers to avoid known food allergens while breastfeeding?
Which of the following is recommended for mothers to avoid known food allergens while breastfeeding?
What is a recommended weight loss rate for breastfeeding mothers that does not affect infant growth?
What is a recommended weight loss rate for breastfeeding mothers that does not affect infant growth?
Which fatty acids should be included in a breastfeeding mother's diet to support brain health?
Which fatty acids should be included in a breastfeeding mother's diet to support brain health?
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What is one of the best practice counseling methods for new mothers?
What is one of the best practice counseling methods for new mothers?
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What common barrier might affect a mother's ability to breastfeed?
What common barrier might affect a mother's ability to breastfeed?
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How often should a mother nurse to ensure infant receives enough milk?
How often should a mother nurse to ensure infant receives enough milk?
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What kind of support is recommended for women with delayed onset of lactation?
What kind of support is recommended for women with delayed onset of lactation?
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Study Notes
Breastfeeding Dietary Considerations
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Reduce risks from substances: Limit alcohol intake during breastfeeding as it inhibits oxytocin's letdown reflex. Avoid excessive stimulants like caffeine (limit to 2 cups daily).
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Eliminate potential allergens: Exclude known food allergens (cow's milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, wheat, soy, fish) if the infant shows colic symptoms.
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Promote infant growth: Lactation increases a breastfeeding mother's calcium loss but benefits overall bone health.
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Gradual weight management: Promote gradual weight loss (0.5 kg per week after delivery) for the mother; this does not affect breastfed infant growth.
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Essential fatty acids: Include EPA and DHA fatty acids in the mother's diet for brain health and visual acuity in the infant.
Breastfeeding Support
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Comprehensive counseling: Provide prenatal and postpartum home contact and telephone consultation with a lactation consultant. Cover breast milk composition, breastfeeding benefits, nipple care, and illness management.
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Build self-esteem: Encourage positive self-perception in the mother, address negative comments from others and promote self-efficacy. Leverage peer counseling to prevent early discontinuation.
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Identify and address barriers: Help the mother overcome hurdles like limited maternity leave, lack of pumping areas, colleague comments, minor health issues, poor doctor/nurse support, and false beliefs.
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Delayed onset support: Provide extra support during the first postpartum week for women with delayed lactation; recommend frequent nursing.
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Ensure adequate intake: Nurse the infant at least 8 times within a 24-hour period to ensure sufficient milk intake.
Monitoring and Evaluation
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Alcohol abstinence: Monitor alcohol avoidance in the mother.
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Infant weight and growth: Track infant weight and growth using charts. Document infant sleep and digestive patterns.
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Test your knowledge on the dietary considerations essential for breastfeeding mothers. Understand the impact of various substances on breastfeeding, the importance of essential fatty acids, and how to manage weight effectively while supporting infant growth. This quiz covers key health recommendations for lactating women.
