Energy 55 kcal
Lactose 5.3 g
Protein 2 g
Fat 2.9 g
Calcium 28 mg
Sodium 48 mg
Vitamin A 151 mcg
Nutritional Value of Breast Milk
Energy 67 kcal
Lactose 7 g
Protein 1.1 g
Fat 4.2 g
Calcium 30 mg
Sodium 15 mg
Vitamin A 75 mcg
Effects and Benefits of Breastfeeding
Prevention of Obesity in the Future
Boosted Immunity
Increased Iron Stores
Enhanced Cognitive Skills
Prevention of Allergies
Improved Social Function
Normal Weight for Infants Males
Age in years Weight in kg
3
14.3
4
16.2
5
18.4
Normal weight for female children
Age Weight in kg
3
13.9
4
15.8
5
17.9
According to growth rate in children
From birth to 3 years: 1 cm/month
Preschool: 7 cm/year
According to weight gain in children/month
From birth to 3 years: 0.23 kg
Preschool: 0.16 kg
Health problems in newborns
Iron deficiency
Treatment for iron deficiency in newborns:
Continue breastfeeding at a rate of 24 ounces
per day
Health problems in preschool children
Anemia
Iron drops 3 mg Per kilogram of body mass
/day
With a follow-up examination after 4 months, this amount is increased to 1
gram per deciliter.
If the child responds to treatment, we continue for two months, then
consult a doctor.
Tooth decay in preschool children
1 in 5 children has decayed teeth.
Cause: The bottle used to drink milk, which
allows some milk to accumulate and ferment due to bacteria
under the teeth.
Fruit residues and fermentable sugars
The food pyramid for children aged 2-4 years
Focus on fruit
Eat half whole grains
Variety of vegetables
Eat calcium-rich foods
Use olive oil
Eat lean protein
Exercise
Avoid sugars
Recommended daily intake for children aged 2-4 years
Grains: 5 servings
Vegetables: 2 servings
Fruit: 1.5 servings
Milk: 3 cups
Meat and protein: 5 servings
Constipation in children
Give them a moderate diet that provides their needs for
Fiber and fluids, while completely avoiding excessive intake.
Foods to focus on for preschool children
Iron to prevent anemia
Fiber to prevent constipation
Fortified fiber to prevent vitamin deficiencies
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