27 Oct Nutrition in the Newborn Infant Identify the physiology of lactation, nursing care and management and advantages and disadvantages of breastfeeding.

Nutrition in the Newborn Infant Identify the physiology of lactation, nursing care and management and advantages and disadvantages of breastfeeding. – heatly newborn needs: 80-100mL of water to maintain fluid balance and growth 1 " U-120Ky to meet energy need – breast milk is superior nut monally Pediatricians recommend e: clusive breast feeding up until . months of age continuation of breast feeding until 1 year Advantages: Correct nutrients, easily digested, natural immunity lower incdence of childhood respiratory and G diseases diabetes mellitus obesity and leukemia – May prevent development or delay of allergies – May improve brain developinent Promotes elimination of meconium .. rarely constipated Promotes jaw and mouth development Advantages for mother. Promotes pre-pregnant uterine state 1 Reduces risk of uterine, breast and ovarian cancer’s Maternal weight loss – Effective birth control for up to o months Enhances bonding Convenient and economical