Question

Discuss dietary factors that lead to poor production of breastmilk. What are your perceptions of breastfeeding and the benefits of breastfeeding?

Answer 1

Ans)Various factors can cause a low milk supply during breast-feeding, such as waiting too long to start breast-feeding, not breast-feeding often enough, supplementing breastfeeding, an ineffective latch and use of certain medications. Sometimes previous breast surgery affects milk production.

• Barriers to breastfeeding
Lack of knowledge about breastfeeding.
Misconception that formula is equivalent.
Breastfeeding is not the social norm in many communities.
Poor family and social support.
Embarrassment about feeding in public.
Lactation problems.
Returning to work and accessing supportive childcare.

Benefits of breastfeeding:

- Breast Milk Provides Ideal Nutrition for Babies..
Breast Milk Contains Important Antibodies.
Breastfeeding May Reduce Disease Risk.
Breast Milk Promotes a Healthy Weight.
Breastfeeding May Make Children Smarter.
Breastfeeding May Help You Lose Weight and Involution of uterus.