Nutrition and Lactation Quiz for Infants

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Which hormone is primarily responsible for stimulating milk synthesis?

Prolactin (correct)

Estrogen

Oxytocin

Progesterone

What is the name of the yellowish fluid produced by the breasts in the initial days after birth?

Mature milk

Lactate

Colostrum (correct)

Transitional milk

What is a primary function of colostrum?

To offer protection against infections (correct)

To regulate maternal fluid balance

To stimulate prolactin release

To provide a high-fat diet for the infant

During what period does colostrum transition into mature milk?

Over the first few weeks after birth (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is primarily found in mature breast milk that is not common in colostrum?

Balanced carbohydrates, proteins, and fats (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key aspect of balanced meals for toddlers?

Inclusion of all food groups (C) Signup and view all the answers

Why are healthy fats important in a toddler's diet?

For brain development (A) Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for offering a toddler small food portions?

To encourage self-feeding and develop healthy eating habits (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a typical transition related to milk for toddlers?

From breast milk or formula to whole milk (D) Signup and view all the answers

When does lactation typically begin during pregnancy?

The second half of pregnancy (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the recommended daily allowance for protein for infants aged 7–12 months?

1.2g/kg per day (B) Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is crucial for brain development in infants?

Essential fatty acids (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is a key benefit of adequate nutrition during the first 24 months of life?

Enhanced cognitive development (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the approximate daily energy requirement for infants per kilogram of body weight?

100-120 calories (C) Signup and view all the answers

Which nutrient is not typically emphasized in prenatal nutrition for fetal development?

Vitamin C (D) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following vitamins is NOT mentioned as crucial for infants?

Vitamin B12 (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is recommended for infant nutrition from birth to 6 months?

Exclusive breastfeeding (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why do infants have higher nutritional needs per kilogram of body weight compared to other life stages?

They experience rapid cell division and growth (B) Signup and view all the answers

How does early nutrition influence long-term health?

Influences the risk of obesity and diabetes (A) Signup and view all the answers

What hormone primarily controls milk production in the body during lactation?

Prolactin (A) Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is crucial for establishing immunity in early life?

Essential nutrients (A) Signup and view all the answers

What triggers the release of prolactin and oxytocin during breastfeeding?

The baby suckling (B) Signup and view all the answers

What causes milk to be pushed out from the alveoli during breastfeeding?

Oxytocin (A) Signup and view all the answers

The letdown reflex, which releases milk from mammary glands, can be triggered by which of the following?

The baby's suckling (C) Signup and view all the answers

Once the placenta is delivered, which hormones decrease allowing prolactin to take control?

Estrogen and Progesterone (C) Signup and view all the answers