1. Define the following terms:

(a) Complementary feeding

(b) Exclusive breast feeding

2. State 4 advantages of breast feeding

3. Which nutrient, if not provided by the mother will be drawn from the mother’s bones?

4. Another name for complementary feeding is .

5. Explain the purpose of the following nutrients in a pregnant woman’s diet:

(a) Vitamin B12

(b) Folic Acid

(c) Iron

6. List guidelines one should follow during complementary feeding.

Complementary feeding-is defined as the process starting when breast milk alone is no longer sufficient to meet the nutritional requirements of infants, and therefore other foods and liquids are needed, along with breast milk.

Exclusive breastfeeding-means that the infant receives only breast milk. No other liquids or solids are given – not even water – with the exception of oral rehydration solution, or drops/syrups of vitamins, minerals or medicines.

4 advantages for breastfeeding:

1.Superior nutrition.

2.There is an increased resistance to infections, and therefore fewer incidents of illness and hospitalisation.

3.Decreased risk of allergies and lactose intolerance.

4.Breast milk is sterile.

If the mother doesn't get enough calcium, her baby will draw what it needs from the mother's bones.

Another name for complementary feeding is weaning

Vitamin B12- is important for maintaining the health of your nervous system, but it's also believed that when combined with Folic acid during pregnancy, B12 supplements can help to prevent spina bifida and other spinal and central nervous system birth defects in your baby, too.

Iron- Your body uses iron to make extra blood (hemoglobin) for you and your baby during pregnancy. Iron also helps move oxygen from your lungs to the rest of your body -- and to your baby's. Getting enough iron can prevent a condition of too few red blood cells that can make you feel tired, called iron deficiency anemia

complementary foods at 6 months of age in addition to breast milk. Initially, they should receive complementary foods 2-3 times a day between 6-8 months and increase to 3-4 times daily between 9-11 months and 12-24 months.