IBCLC Breastfeeding 2

Question 1

What are the WHO's recommendations for breastfeeding duration?

Accepted Answer

Exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months with continued breastfeeding alongside complementary foods up to 2 years or beyond

Answer

WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months followed by continued breastfeeding with complementary foods for up to 2 years or beyond.

Question 2

What is the recommended minimum number of breastfeeding sessions per day for a newborn in the first week?

Accepted Answer

8-12 times per day

Answer

Newborns should breastfeed a minimum of 8-12 times per 24 hours.

Question 3

Which is a reliable indicator of adequate milk intake in a breastfed newborn?

Accepted Answer

The infant produces at least 6 wet diapers and 3-4 yellow stools per day by day 4-5

Answer

Adequate diaper output is a reliable indicator of sufficient milk intake.

Question 4

What is paced bottle feeding and when is it recommended for breastfed infants?

Accepted Answer

It is a technique where the bottle is held horizontally, the infant controls the pace, and frequent pauses are introduced to prevent overfeeding and support return to the breast

Answer

Paced bottle feeding mimics breastfeeding flow dynamics, helping prevent flow preference and overfeeding.

Question 5

What is the difference between foremilk and hindmilk?

Accepted Answer

Foremilk is the lower-fat milk at the start of a feeding, while hindmilk is the higher-fat milk that becomes available as the breast is progressively emptied

Answer

Foremilk and hindmilk represent a continuous gradient of increasing fat content during a feeding.

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IBCLC Breastfeeding 2