A new mother asks the nurse what the "experts say" about the best way to feed her infant. Which recommendation of the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) regarding infant nutrition should be shared with this client?

Infants fed on formula should be started on solid food sooner than breastfed infants

Infants should be given only human milk for the first 6 months of life.

After 6 months, mothers should shift from breast milk to cow's milk

If infants are weaned from breast milk before 12 months, then they should receive cow's milk, not formula.

Answer and Explanation

The Correct Answer is B

A.   The introduction of solid food is recommended at similar times for both breastfed and formula-fed infants.
B.   The AAP recommends exclusive human milk feeding for the first 6 months of life.
C. After 6 months, complementary foods are introduced, not a shift to cow's milk.
D.   If weaned before 12 months, formula is a suitable alternative to breast milk.

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Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Expressing dissatisfaction with the baby's appearance may indicate a lack of immediate bonding.
B. Noting physical features shared with the father suggests recognition and connection.
C. Declining a baby bath demonstration doesn't necessarily indicate a lack of attachment.
D. Requesting nursery care for sleep doesn't necessarily indicate a lack of attachment.

A. "You should place your nipple and some of the areola into his/her mouth." B. "Babies know instinctively how much of the nipple to take into their mouth." C. "Try to place the part of the nipple and the areola under the tongue in the infant's mouth." D. "Your baby's mouth is rather small so she will only take part of the nipple."

Correct Answer is A

Explanation

A. Proper latch involves placing both the nipple and a portion of the areola into the baby's mouth.
B. While babies have instincts, guidance on proper latch is essential for successful breastfeeding.
C. Placing the nipple and areola under the tongue is not accurate guidance for breastfeeding.
D. Limiting the latch to part of the nipple may lead to ineffective breastfeeding.

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