Supporting Breastfeeding Families in the Childcare setting

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Supporting Breastfeeding Families in Childcare

This quiz is designed to enhance knowledge and awareness about supporting breastfeeding mothers in early learning childcare settings. Participants will explore key policies, practices, and training related to breastfeeding support.

Learn about the facilities and accommodations necessary for breastfeeding mothers.
Understand the correct handling and storage of breast milk.
Discover the importance of sensitivity and communication with breastfeeding families.

11 Questions3 MinutesCreated by NurturingSupport247

"Breastfeeding mothers shall be provided a place to breastfeed or express their milk."

Which places in the ELC may we OFFICIALLY offer to moms for breastfeeding or expressing?

(choose all that apply)

"Sensitivity will be shown to breastfeeding mothers and their babies."

Which comment(s) is NOT in line with this policy?

It's okay if Joey doesn't drink the milk you left for him, we can just feed him some formula. No worries!

Since you wanted to come feed Suzy on your lunch break, if she shows hunger cues before that, would you like me to message you?

I'm so glad you're making working and breastfeeding work for your family! How blessed is your little one!

Working and breastfeeding is hard sometimes! Kudos to you for your perseverance and commitment to giving your baby the best start in life!

We're trained to feed breastfed babies by using the paced-bottle feeding method. We hope that this will make Joey's transition between bottle and breast a bit easier for you. If you'd prefer we use a cup or spoon for feeding him, just let us know.

Now that Suzy is 3 months old, how soon would you like me to start feeding her cereal puffs?

"Staff shall be trained in handling breast milk."

Which statements are CORRECT?

Breast milk should be shaken vigorously to properly mix the fat and nutrients together.

Breast milk should be microwaved to be properly heated through.

Frozen breast milk should be thawed in the fridge whenever possible.

Thawed human milk may be left on a counter safely for 1-2 hours.

Breast milk may be kept up to 4 days in a refrigerator that is 40 degrees (F) or colder.

Thawed breast milk may be kept in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours.

Thawed human milk may be re-frozen.

Breast milk that has never been frozen may be layered in bottles. (mixed together into one bottle)

Staff should always wear gloves when handling breast milk.

"Breastfeeding promotion information will be displayed."

"The facility supports and provides accurate information to breastfeeding mothers & family members."

Which statements are TRUE?

All breastfed babies will be held closely when feeding.

Infant formula should be offered to all breastfeeding moms in case they're worried they won't make enough milk.

Mothers should provide their own containers of expressed milk, clearly labeled with their name and date.

The way I speak to a parent about breastfeeding makes no difference to how supported they feel.

All staff should display a positive attitude about breastfeeding.

A list of community breastfeeding resources should be made available to all parents.

Educational materials shared with families do not need to be current or updated.

"The facility ensures that all staff are trained in the skills to support and promote breastfeeding."

Which statement(s) are TRUE?

Kansas law states that "a mother has a right to breastfeed anywhere she has a right to be."

It takes a baby 3 hours or more to fully digest human milk.

It is common for breastfed babies to feed more often during some parts of the day than others.

Paced bottle feeding helps baby learn to follow their own body's clues for satiety.

Caregivers should wait until baby is crying inconsolably before offering them a bottle.

Staff should make sure baby eats the entire bottle that is offered so that there is less waste.

Supporting Breastfeeding Families in the Childcare setting

Supporting Breastfeeding Families in Childcare

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