Chapter 5 Terms

Question 1

Teratogens

Answer 1

Are agents and conditions, including malnutrition, viruses, drugs, chemicals, and stressors that can result in birth problems or infant death.

Question 2

Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD)

Answer 2

Is when a mother drank alcohol during pregnancy, including physical, mental, behavioral, and/or learning disabilities.

Question 3

Kangaroo Care

Answer 3

Is when a baby is placed between their mother’s breasts, so that the mother’s body heat could help the infants regulate their body temperatures.

Question 4

Colostrum

Answer 4

Is the first breast milk of a new mother.

Question 5

Parentese

Answer 5

Is a special language when talking to babies that is intended to gain and maintain the attention of infants.