Infant Formula Vs. Human Milk
Case Study -- Infant Formula vs. Human Milk
Mrs. Lafayette is uncertain whether she should breastfeed or formula feed her baby. She heard that both are equally nutritious. Based on the positions of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, and the World Health Organization, share factual information about each to help Mrs. Lafayette make an informed decision when her baby is born.
1. What is the position of health organizations, such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, and the World Health Organization about breastfeeding infants versus formula feeding?
Health organizations have recently come together to discuss the importance of breastfeeding. They have called upon health professionals …show more content…
Women should be able to feel comfortable talking to their doctors and nurses about the correct technique of breastfeeding along with any problems that may discourage them from continuing to breastfeed their child. Some women stop breastfeeding early due to complaints of “sore nipples, inadequate milk supply, and infant problems” (Brown et al., p. 186). Support from healthcare professionals as well as organizations such as WIC can help women who are not able to breastfeed. WIC has a program that will educate women on how to properly breastfeed and how to make time during the day to feed their …show more content…
Human breastmilk is a naturally occurring resource that provides everything that a baby needs including nutrients and also protection from infections. Breastmilk produced by humans contains lipids, protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins that are all essential for a healthy baby (Brown et al., p. 167-169). These components come in various amounts depending on what is needed for growth. For example, the protein concentration in human breastmilk is relatively low compared to that of cow’s milk, but this allows for the infant to get the required protein needs without, “overloading the immature kidneys with nitrogen” (Brown et al., p.
Mrs. Lafayette is uncertain whether she should breastfeed or formula feed her baby. She heard that both are equally nutritious. Based on the positions of the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, and the World Health Organization, share factual information about each to help Mrs. Lafayette make an informed decision when her baby is born.
1. What is the position of health organizations, such as the American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Medical Association, and the World Health Organization about breastfeeding infants versus formula feeding?
Health organizations have recently come together to discuss the importance of breastfeeding. They have called upon health professionals …show more content…
Women should be able to feel comfortable talking to their doctors and nurses about the correct technique of breastfeeding along with any problems that may discourage them from continuing to breastfeed their child. Some women stop breastfeeding early due to complaints of “sore nipples, inadequate milk supply, and infant problems” (Brown et al., p. 186). Support from healthcare professionals as well as organizations such as WIC can help women who are not able to breastfeed. WIC has a program that will educate women on how to properly breastfeed and how to make time during the day to feed their …show more content…
Human breastmilk is a naturally occurring resource that provides everything that a baby needs including nutrients and also protection from infections. Breastmilk produced by humans contains lipids, protein, carbohydrates, and vitamins that are all essential for a healthy baby (Brown et al., p. 167-169). These components come in various amounts depending on what is needed for growth. For example, the protein concentration in human breastmilk is relatively low compared to that of cow’s milk, but this allows for the infant to get the required protein needs without, “overloading the immature kidneys with nitrogen” (Brown et al., p.