NUTR 3340 Lecture Notes - Lecture 7: Health System, Pediatrics, La Leche League
23 Sep 2016
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Note: high lactose content of foremilk may cause diarrhea. Feeding frequency: 10-12 feedings/day are normal for newborns, stomach emptying occurs in ~1 hours. Normal weight loss for newborns: ~7% of birthweight in 1st week, weight loss of 10% needs evaluation by lactation consultant. Malnourished infants become sleepy, non-responsive, have a weak cry, & wet few diapers: by day 5 to 7, infants should have 6 wet diapers & 3-4 soiled diapers. Caries can occur in children who are breastfed. Risk factor is frequent nursing at night after 1 year. All children should be seen 6 months after 1st tooth erupts or at 1 year of age. Vitamin supplements for breastfeeding infants: vitamin k all u. s. infants receive injections at birth, vitamin d exclusively breastfed infants need supplements at 2 months, no recommendations for fluoride or iron. Myplate food guide has been adapted for pregnant and breastfeeding women: dietary guidelines.
