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WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7

WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005. Introduction Advantages of Breastfeeding Physiology of Breast milk Production Attachment & Feeding Positions Myths about Breastfeeding Guidelines to successful breastfeeding. Dr. Rajinder Gulati MD (Paed).

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WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7

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  1. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7

  2. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005 • Introduction • Advantages of Breastfeeding • Physiology of Breast milk Production • Attachment & Feeding Positions • Myths about Breastfeeding • Guidelines to successful breastfeeding Dr. Rajinder Gulati MD (Paed)

  3. Introduction Status of Feeding Practices

  4. Introduction Preventive Interventions

  5. Introduction Preventive Interventions UNDER-5 DEATHS

  6. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005 • Introduction • Advantages of Breastfeeding • Physiology of Breast milk Production • Attachment & Feeding Positions • Myths about Breastfeeding • Guidelines to successful breastfeeding

  7. Advantages Colostrum High Anti-infective elements Purgative - Clears bilirubin High growth factor & Vit. A High phospholipids & Cholesterol High antioxidants

  8. Advantages Advantages of Breastfeeding/breastmilk • Easily digested • Perfect Nutrients • Prevents infections • Higher IQ • Prevents allergies • Economical • Emotional Bonding • Protects Mothers Health

  9. Advantages Advantages of Breastfeeding to Mothers Prevents Anemia Prevents Obesity Protects Against Cancers Contraceptive Effect Better Adjustments

  10. Advantages Relative Risk of Artificial Feeding (Animal/Formula Milk)

  11. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005 • Introduction • Advantages of Breastfeeding • Physiology of Breast milk Production • Attachment & Feeding Positions • Myths about Breastfeeding • Guidelines to successful breastfeeding

  12. Physiology Breastmilk Production The Prolactin reflex Sensory Impulses from nipple Prolactin in blood • More prolactin secreted at night • Secreted after feed to produce next feed • Suppresses ovulation Baby sucking

  13. Physiology Breastmilk Production The Oxytocin reflex Sensory Impulses from nipple Oxytocin in blood • Works before or during feed to make milk flow • Makes uterus contract Baby sucking

  14. Physiology Breastmilk Production The Oxytocin reflex Pain Worry Stress Doubt Thinks lovingly of baby CONFIDENCE Sound of baby Sight of baby

  15. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005 • Introduction • Advantages of Breastfeeding • Physiology of Breast milk Production • Attachment & Feeding Positions • Myths about Breastfeeding • Guidelines to successful breastfeeding

  16. Attachment Signs of Correct Attachment • Tongue under sinuses & nipple against palate • More areola visible above • Mouth wide open & lower lip turned outwards • Chin close to the breast

  17. Attachment Incorrect Sucking Position • Baby sucks only at the nipple • Much of areola outside mouth • Mouth is not wide open • Chin is away from the breast

  18. Attachment Results of poor attachment Pain & Damage to nipples Sore Nipples Fissures

  19. Position Good Baby Position Cradle Hold

  20. Position Good Baby Position Cross Cradle Hold

  21. Position Good Baby Position Football Hold

  22. Position Good Baby Position Side Lying

  23. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005 • Introduction • Advantages of Breastfeeding • Physiology of Breast milk Production • Attachment & Feeding Positions • Myths about Breastfeeding • Guidelines to successful breastfeeding

  24. Myth 1 Janam Ghuti/Gurti should be given at birth. • Unscientific • Can give infections • induce unnatural sleep NO

  25. Myth 2 Milk is not enough during first 3 or 4 days after birth. Not true • sufficient Amt/Cal • Rich in vitamins • Rich in antibodies

  26. Myth 3 Baby remains hungry even after sufficient time is given to suckle Not true • Poor Attachment • Other Reasons

  27. Myth 4 Breastfeeding is painful Not true • Incorrect Position • Sore Nipples

  28. Myth 5 Breastfeeding newborns need vitamins and minerals/Iron Supplements. Not true • sufficient vitamins • sufficient minerals • suficient iron

  29. Myth 6 Breastfeeding baby needs extra water in hot weather. Not true • adequate in • breastmilk

  30. Myth 7 After a year, breastmilk loses all it's nutritional value. Not true • perfect • nutrition

  31. Myth 8 You can't take any medication while you're breastfeeding. Not true • very few absolute • contraindications

  32. Myth 9 If the mother has an infection she should stop breastfeeding. Not true • very very few • exceptions

  33. Myth 10 If the baby has diarrhea or vomiting, the mother should stop breastfeeding. Not true • helps in • recovery

  34. Myth 11 Mother should wash her nipples each time before feeding the baby. Not true • removes • protective oils • Leads to infection

  35. Myth 12 A mother will not get pregnant if she is breastfeeding. • No menstruation • 6 months postpartum • Exclusive unrestricted breastfeeding 98% True

  36. Myth 13 Mother must wean if she gets pregnant. Not true No partcular reason except - premature labour

  37. Myth 14 Breastfeeding is not possible after caesarian section birth. Not true • Possible • within 4 hours

  38. Myth 15 Milk production is directly related to the size of the breasts Not true • Depends upon • stimulation

  39. Myth 16 There is no way to know how much breast milk the baby is getting. Not true • adequate weight gain • passing enough urine

  40. Myth 17 Mother should have a good diet or her milk won't nourish the baby properly. Not true • adequate • quality and quantity

  41. Myth 18 It is easier to bottle feed than to breastfeed. Not true More time consumed: - going to kitchen, - burning stove, - sterilizing bottle, - preparing feed, - wait & return back, - more ailments

  42. Myth 19 Modern formulas are almost the same as breastmilk. Not true • No live cells • No antibodies • ? undiscovered elements

  43. Myth 20 Night nursing causes dental problems Not true Other way round

  44. Myth 21 Breastfeeding ruins the shape of the breasts Not true • Hereditary • Weight gain/loss • Muscle tone

  45. WORLD BREASTFEEDING WEEK August 1-7, 2005 • Introduction • Advantages of Breastfeeding • Physiology of Breast milk Production • Attachment & Feeding Positions • Myths about Breastfeeding • Guidelines to successful breastfeeding

  46. Guidelines Guidelines for Successful Breastfeeding Initiating breastfeeding within half-hour of birth

  47. Guidelines Guidelines for Successful Breastfeeding Breastfeed on demand

  48. Guidelines Guidelines for Successful Breastfeeding take additional support if the baby is sick or small

  49. Guidelines Guidelines for Successful Breastfeeding exclusively breastfeed the child for 6 months

  50. Guidelines Guidelines for Successful Breastfeeding Breastfeeding in the correct position

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