PHAR 454 Lecture Notes - Lecture 5: Lactation, Lactiferous Duct, Lanolin
25 Jan 2017
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Describe the feeding patterns in the 1st year of life. Explain the components and benefits of breastmilk. Explain which vitamins are commonly recommended for use in infants, their dose, route of. List the 4 main types of formulas available and their roles administration, and reason for use. Des(cid:272)ri(cid:271)e a(cid:374) i(cid:374)fa(cid:374)t"s progressio(cid:374) to the i(cid:374)trodu(cid:272)tio(cid:374) of solids. Should be back at birth weight by day 14 of life. Initiation of breastfeeding within the 1st hours of life: bonding; a learned technique. Best: exclusive breastfeeding: no additional food or drink for 4-6 months. Latest canadian guidelines say 6 months, if possible. If possible and if breastfeeding well, avoid use of bottles for first 2 weeks (to avoid nipple confusion) On demand: as often as baby wants, day and night. Studies obesity at age 3 and linked it to when solid food was introduced.
