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How is breastmilk different from formula?
Breastmilk has natural protection; formula does not.
How often should a baby breastfeed?
Every 2 to 3 hours.
Why should breasts be emptied?
To keep making milk and avoid pain.
What vitamin do breastfed babies need?
Vitamin D.
How long should babies be only breastfed?
For 6 months.
When should solid foods start?
At 6 months old.
How do you know a baby is getting enough milk?
They gain weight and have wet diapers.
How long does a feeding take?
10 to 20 minutes per side.
How does a baby show they are full?
They turn away or stop sucking.
How much weight should babies gain?
Double birth weight by 6 months; triple by 1 year.
When do babies need vitamin B12?
If mom doesn’t get enough B12.
How much vitamin D does a baby need?
400 IU daily.
When do babies need iron?
After 6 months if breastfed.
Why do babies get vitamin K at birth?
To stop bleeding.
How many extra calories does a breastfeeding mom need?
+330 (first 6 months), +400 (second 6 months).
How much extra protein do breastfeeding moms need?
About 25 grams per day.
Can moms drink alcohol when breastfeeding?
Not right before feeding.
What does supply and demand mean in breastfeeding?
More nursing = more milk made.
When is formula better?
If breastfeeding can’t work.
What are safe formula feeding tips?
Use iron-fortified formula, hold baby, no cereal in bottles.
What is WIC?
A program that gives food and baby formula.
What are feeding do’s and don’ts?
Feed when baby is hungry. No cereal, juice, or water in bottles.
When can babies start solids?
At 6 months, when they’re ready.
Why only add one new food at a time?
To spot allergies.
Why do babies need solids at 6 months?
They need more iron and energy.
When can babies eat peanut butter?
At 6 months.
Why no honey before age one?
It can make babies very sick.
Why no cow’s milk before age one?
It’s hard to digest and low in iron.
What foods can choke babies?
Grapes, popcorn, hot dogs, big chunks.
What should a 1-year-old be doing with food?
Eat family foods and try feeding themselves.