A nurse is reinforcing teaching about strategies to calm a newborn with a client who is postpartum. Which of the following suggestions should the nurse make? (Select all that apply.)

Choice A rationale: While folic acid is important during pregnancy, this statement is not specifically related to dietary intake for breastfeeding mothers. Adequate folic acid intake is essential during pregnancy to prevent neural tube defects in the developing fetus.
Choice B rationale: This statement does not provide enough information and may not be appropriate for all breastfeeding mothers. The caloric needs of breastfeeding mothers can vary depending on their individual metabolism, activity level, and nutritional status.
Choice C rationale: Breastfeeding mothers require adequate protein intake to support their own nutritional needs and the production of breast milk. Decreasing protein intake is not advisable and may lead to nutritional deficiencies.
Choice D rationale: Breastfeeding mothers need to stay well-hydrated to maintain an adequate milk supply and to support their own health. Drinking enough fluids, preferably decaffeinated, is essential for breastfeeding moms.

Choice A rationale: Placing the infant in a prone position (lying face down) after feeding is not recommended for a baby with gastroesophageal reflux. The prone position can increase the risk of choking and is not helpful in managing reflux.
Choice B rationale: For an infant with gastroesophageal reflux, placing the baby in an upright position after feeding can help prevent or reduce reflux episodes. Keeping the infant in an upright position allows gravity to assist in keeping stomach contents down and reduces the likelihood of reflux into the esophagus.
Choice C rationale: Placing the infant on the right side after feeding is also not recommended for managing gastroesophageal reflux. The right-side position may not be as effective in preventing reflux as the upright position.
Choice D rationale: Placing the infant on the left side after feeding is not the preferred position for managing gastroesophageal reflux. The left-side position may not be as effective in preventing reflux as the upright position.