APA 2121 Study Guide - Final Guide: B Vitamins, Breast Milk, Vitamin A
20 Dec 2016
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Nutrient needs are higher during lactation than during pregnancy. Rda for protein is increased by 25g/day. Increased need for carbs, and fats (linoleic acids and alpha linoleic) Increased need for micronutrients: c, b6, b12, a, d and folate. Vitamin d: breast milk contains little vitamin d, so breast-fed babies requires a supplement, canadian pediatric society recommends that all infants receive. 10micrograms/day of vitamin d during the first year. Vitamin k: all infants receive a single intramuscular injection at birth. Vitamin b12: may be low in vegan mother. Health canada recommends that all babies be fed only breast milk during the first 6 months of life. Minimum amounts of carbs, fat, protein, vitamins and minerals. Special formulas available for food allergies or sensitivities. Tra(cid:374)sitio(cid:374) to cow"s (cid:373)ilk: never before 12 months of age. Rapid changes during second year: milk to solid. Appetite regulation: decreased appetite after first year, fluctuation of appetite ongoing.
