Class 1

Question 1

The World Health Organization (WHO)
recommends exclusively breastfeeding up to
______ months of age, with continued
breastfeeding along with appropriate
complementary foods up to ______ years of
age or beyond.

Answer 1

6 months, 2 years

Question 2

Reduces risk of _____________ cancer

Answer 2

25%

Question 3

may reduce risk up to?

Answer 3

risk reduction associated with duration of breastfeeding

Question 4

Reduces risk or uterine & ovarian cancers

Answer 4

lower estrogen level during lactation reduce stimulation of the uterine linging, ovaries, and breast tissue

Question 5

reduces risk of cardiovascular disease

Answer 5

supports lower xue pressure and cholesterol levels if breastfeeding for a minimum of 9 months

Question 6

“Mothers who do not breastfeed have 5x the risk of having scarring go their aorta, calcium deposits that are early marker of the ht disease”

Answer 6

Elenor Bimla Schwarz

Question 7

reduces risk of type 2 diabetes

Answer 7

significant benefit found if breastfeeding for even 1 month

Question 8

Lower incidence of osteoporosis

Answer 8

4x less likely to develop osteoporosis

-reduce rates of postmenopausal hip fractures

Question 9

promotes emotional health

Answer 9

lowers rates of postpartum anxiety & depression

Question 10

supports postpartum weight loss

Answer 10

greater reductions in hip circumference & fat loss at one month postpartum
-earlier return to pre-pregnanat weight

Question 11

supports child spacing

Answer 11

excluse breastfeeding inhibits ovulation of most women, reducing fertility –progesterone levels stay hight enough to prohibit ovulation

Question 12

economic Benefit (including mothers time & resources)

Answer 12

a years worth of formula costs approx. $1200-$2000; reduces environmental footprint

Question 13

reduces risk of postpartum hemorrhaging

Answer 13

if first feed happens immediately after birth

Question 14

Benfits for babies

Answer 14

brain
eyes
ears
mouth
throat

Question 15

Brian:

Answer 15

cholesterol & healthy fats support growth of nerve tissue; higher IQs

Question 16

Eyes

Answer 16

higher visual acuity

Question 17

ears

Answer 17

fewer ear infections

Question 18

mouth

Answer 18

reduced orthodontia needs (>1yr); strengthened facial development; introduces babies to wider variety of Tastes of flavours

Question 19

throat

Answer 19

less likely to require tonsillectomies; offers protection against hypothyroidism

Question 20

Respiratory:

Answer 20

27% decrease in respiratory trat, less wheezing, pneumonia, and influenza

Question 21

Ht & circulatory:

Answer 21

may have lower cholesterol levels as adults; Ht rates are lower in breastfed babies

Question 22

digestive

Answer 22

supports development of gut microbiome; 53% decrease in hospital admissions for diarrhea, constipation & gastrointestinal infections; >6months EBF associated w/ reduced risk of food allergies, reduces risk of Crohn’s & ulcerative colitis in adulthood

Question 23

urinaty

Answer 23

fewer UTIs

Question 24

KD

Answer 24

reduces stress on KD associated w lower sodium & protein intake

Question 25

appendix

Answer 25

less likely to develop acute appendicitis

Question 26

Musculoskeletal

Answer 26

reduces rates of juneviele rheumatoid arthritis

Question 27

skin

Answer 27

reduces occurrences of eczema

Question 28

growth

Answer 28

leaner at 1 year; less likely to develop obesity in adulthood

Question 29

immune

Answer 29

fewer contraindications to vaccinations; helps to mature immune system; decreased risk of childhood leukaemia & asthma; lowers risk of developing high cholesterol, high xue pressure, & type 2 diabetes later in life, better protection against colds, virus, staph, strep & E.coli infections & accordingly to the UNICEF "a recent study of post-neonatal morality in the US found a 25% increase in mortality among non-breastfed infants."

Question 30

immune

Answer 30

fewer contraindications to vaccinations; - helps to mature immune system; decreased risk of childhood leukaemia & asthma; -lowers risk of developing high cholesterol, high xue pressure, & type 2 diabetes later in life, - better protection against colds, virus, staph, strep & E.coli infections & accordingly to the UNICEF "a recent study of post-neonatal morality in the US found a 25% increase in mortality among non-breastfed infants."

Question 31

Importance of colostrum

Answer 31

- coats baby's digestive tract, protecting baby from pathogens - kills harmful microorganisms & provides protection from inflammatory - laxative effect, supportive for clearing meconium which helps to reduce jaundice - maintains xue sugar levels, preventing hypoglycaemia

Question 32

Human Milk | protein has lots of stress on KDs

Answer 32

``` water= 87.5g energy= 70 kcal protein= 1.0g 40% casein & 60% whey fatty acids= carbs= 6.9g vitamins= minerals= processing = immune-supports= ```

Question 33

Human Milk (protein has lots of stress on KDs) omega 6 have pro & anti inflammation - we need inflammation for growth for the infant

Answer 33

``` water= 87.5g energy= 70 kcal protein= 1.0g 40% casein & 60% whey fatty acids=4.4g omega-6; 374mg cholesterol- 14mg carbs= 6.9g vitamins: vit C -5mg niacin- 177 mg Vit A- 212 IU minerals= ca-32mg P-14mg (2:1) Mg- 3mg Na-17mg K-51mg (1:3) processing = none immune-supports=rich in bateria (especially lactobacillus acidophilus & bifidobacterium infants) lactalbumin, immunoglobulins (leg's) & lactoferrin ```

Question 34

ways to establish & sustain breast-feeding

Answer 34

"while breastfeeding is a natural act, it is also a learned behaviour"

Question 35

establish & sustain

Answer 35

initiate breastfeeding within first hour of life - exclusive breastfeeding - breastfeeding on demand - no use of bottles, teats or pacifiers

Question 36

prolactin

Answer 36

a protein hormone of the adenohypophysis of the pituitary gland that includes and maintains lactation in the postpartum mammalian females

Question 37

oxytocin

Answer 37

a pituitary octane-tide hormone C43H66N12O12S2 that stimulus especially the contraction of uterine muscle and the secretion of milk

Question 38

snuggling w your baby

Answer 38

-skin-skin contact -having support to prioritize being cozy w/ your new baby -wearing baby in carrier

Question 39

strong support system

Answer 39

- help w meals, housework, older children - social connection - lactation consultants - la leche league

Question 40

comfort while feeding

Answer 40

``` breastfeeding pillow back support support breast ("C" hold or "U" hold) safe & low stress environments while feeding, esp. while breast-feeding is being establishing -brestfeeding position ```

Question 41

Soothing sore nipples & engorgement

Answer 41

Apply your own milk, lanolin, or coconut oil encourage healing - only use clean water for washing (avoiding soaps) - offer the least sore breast first - break suction before taking baby off the breast - cold cabbage leaves helps to reduce engorgement

Question 42

hydration

Answer 42

keep water with you - drink out of glass or stainless steel containers - favour room temp or warm beverages over cool ones - consume water, herbal teas, coconut water, broths, fresh juice - limit coffee, caffeine teas, chocolate, alcohol, pop, sweetened juice

Question 43

nourish mothers body

Answer 43

before baby arrives, stock freezer with as many healthy pre-cooked meals as much as possible -organize a meal train, esp. in early postpartum days -stock healthy snacks focus on whole foods that are hydrating and easy to digest like soups, fruit and cooked vegetables

Question 44

nourish mother body con't

Answer 44

include whole grains, quality proteins, fermented foods, and emphasize healthy fats