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Chapter 11 Lactation -require 500-800 kcal/d -promotes return to pre-pregnancy weight! -increases protein, vitamin, and mineral needs -breastfeeding recommended by ADA and AAP for at least 6 mos and preferably 1 yr -benefits for babies and moms -nurses play a key role What Should Infants Eat? -Breast milk, if possible -no cows milk -solid foods at 4-6 months -introduced one at a time -not forced -pasteurized 100% fruit juice less than 12 oz a day after 6 months Chapter 12 Feeding Errors with Kids -failing to have structured meals and snacks -letting child eat or drink (except water) whenever he/she wants between meals and snacks -talking about childs food likes/dislikes -limiting menu to foods the child readily accepts -putting pressure in any way on his/her eating Good Feeding Practices -parents responsible for what and when we eat. child is responsible for how much is eaten. -keep your nerve with children who dont seem to eat enough; they will grow and eat -include some forbidden foods at occasional mealtime -have some sweets for dessert, but only I serving/person Issues -childhood obesity seen in 20% of 6 to 11yr and 18% of 12 to 19yr -60% of obese 5 to 10 yr have HBP and abnormal blood lipids 38% have nonalcoholic fatty liver disease 1/3 of child DM diagnosed today is T2DM -Iron deficiency anemia -Poverty, malnutrition play a role