How Much Do You Know About Breastfeeding & Lactation? Find Out With This Fun Quiz!
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Do you know enough about breastfeeding to be a certified lactation consultant? Prove that you know everything about the beautiful bond between mother and child by correctly answering these 20 questions!
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Lactation Quiz Questions
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Question 1
What gland is responsible for the production of milk?
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AMammary
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BThyroid
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CPineal
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DAdrenal
Mammary
The mammary gland, located in the breasts of females, is responsible for milk production. While both males and females have glandular tissue within the breasts, only females release estrogen to spark lactation.
Question 2
According to The World Health Organization, which of the following is NOT a benefit of breastfeeding?
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ADecreased Risk of SIDS
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BIncreased Paternal Connection
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CDecreased Dental Problems
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DIncreased Intelligence
Increased Paternal Connection
While breastfeeding offers numerous health benefits to both mother and baby, growing the paternal bond is not one of them. In fact, breastfeeding limits the father's ability to partake in the feeding of the baby.
Question 3
What's the name of the service which collects, screens, processes, and dispenses donated breast milk?
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AMilk Reserve
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BMilkWill
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CMilk 4 U
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DMilk Bank
Milk Bank
A breast milk bank, or human milk bank, dispenses donated breast milk by prescription to those who cannot supply their own.
Question 4
What term is used to describe the first form of breast milk produced immediately following the delivery of a newborn?
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AColostrum
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BEstrogen
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CMeconium
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DAmnio
Colostrum
Colostrum is a nutrient-dense form of breast milk that's produced immediately following birth. This substance is packed with immune, growth, and tissue repairing nutrients.
Question 5
Which antibody is the most abundant in breast milk?
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AImmunoglobulin E
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BImmunoglobulin A
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CImmunoglobulin G
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DImmunoglobulin M
Immunoglobulin A
Immunoglobulin A (IgA) is the most important and abundant antibody found in breast milk. This key antibody is also found in the gut and respiratory systems of adults.
Question 6
How long after birth do most health professionals recommend breastfeeding should begin?
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AWithin 5 Minutes
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BWithin 12 Hours
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CWithin 1 Hour
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DWithin 1 Day
Within 1 Hour
According to many health professionals, a baby should first breastfeed within the first hour of being born. This form of feeding should continue as often as the child wants, with most babies nursing every two to three hours for the first few weeks.
Question 7
What hormone is known for enabling mammals to produce milk in the breasts?
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ATestosterone
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BProgesterone
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CEstrogen
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DProlactin
Prolactin
The hormone responsible for milk production, known as Prolactin, is secreted by the pituitary gland in the brain and increases as a baby suckles.
Question 8
When a woman nurses a child other than her own at her breast, it's known as _____.
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AWet Nursing
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BDry Nursing
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CShared Nursing
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DSister Nursing
Wet Nursing
Wet nursing has been part of various cultures around the world since before the introduction of reliable formula milk. This form of breastfeeding involves a woman who can breast feed and care for another's child.
Question 9
If a woman is experiencing lipstick nipple, this indicates what?
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AA Full Baby
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BA Poor Latch
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CA Low Milk Supply
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DA Baby With Colic
A Poor Latch
When a nipple has a flattened, slanted appearance following breastfeeding, this is a sure sign of a poor latch. Typically, this indicates that the latch isn't deep enough.
Question 10
What's the acronym for the application system used to certify lactation consultants?
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AIBLEC
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BIGOBM
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CIBLCE
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DBRSTE
IBLCE
The International Board of Lactation Consultant Examiners (IBLCE) is responsible for certifying lactation consultants who meet the criteria and have passed the exam.
Question 11
According to the U.S. surgeon general, how much money can a family save in the first year by breastfeeding?
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A$500 to $800
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B$900 to $1,200
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C$1,600 to $1,900
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D$1,200 to $1,500
$1,200 to $1,500
The average cost of feeding a newborn with formula milk for the first year is $1,733.75. Those who breastfeed can save roughly $1,200 to $1,500 in the first year alone.
Question 12
Where in the breast is the milk actually produced?
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AAlveoli
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BDucts
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CFatty Tissue
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DAreola
Alveoli
Within the breasts, milk is produced in small clusters of cells known as "alveoli". Following production, the milk travels down the ducts to the nipples where it's then secreted.
Question 13
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, what percentage of women begin breastfeeding their babies at birth in the United States?
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A73.5%
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B81.1%
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C56.6%
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D92.4%
81.1%
The CDC reports that more than 8 in 10 mothers, or 81.1%, begin breastfeeding their babies at birth. However, many stop before the first year due to a number of possible complications.
Question 14
What is the recommended duration of breastfeeding as designated by the American Academy of Pediatrics?
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A2 Years
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B3 Months
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C1 Year
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D6 Months
6 Months
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that mothers continue breastfeeding infants from birth to 6 months. This coincides with the introduction of solid foods for at least the first year.
Question 15
Generally speaking, how many calories does breastfeeding burn each day?
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A200 to 500
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B1300 to 1600
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C800 to 1200
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D25 to 75
200 to 500
Yes - Breastfeeding burns calories! In fact, most women can expect to burn around 200 to 500 calories each day by breastfeeding.
Question 16
Roughly how many milk openings does a nipple have?
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A1 to 5
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B10 to 20
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C30 to 50
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D60 to 100
10 to 20
On average, most women have 10 to 20 opening for milk flow on their nipples. As a baby suckles, milk is expressed through these openings and flows into the baby's mouth.
Question 17
Which of the following pain relievers should NOT be taken while breastfeeding?
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AIbuprofen
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BAdvil
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CAspirin
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DMotrin
Aspirin
While Ibuprofen, Advil, and Motrin are all considered safe while breastfeeding, Aspirin is best avoided while breastfeeding.
Question 18
While there's plenty of conflicting information surrounding alcohol and breast milk, the CDC advises that mothers wait at least __ hour(s) before breastfeeding after drinking alcohol.
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A1
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B10
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C5
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D2
2
While abstaining from alcohol is always the safest option, the CDC states that breastfeeding mothers can safely consume up to 1 standard drink per day, with at least 2 hours time before nursing.
Question 19
On average, how many ounces of breastmilk does an exclusively breastfed baby take in each day?
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A25 oz
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B50 oz
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C10 oz
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D15 oz
25 oz
While all babies are different, most breastfed babies are expected to receive roughly 25 oz of breast milk each day from 1 to 6 months.
Question 20
Which of the following is a common sign of low milk supply?
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ALonger Feedings
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BPoor Weight Gain
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CRestless Baby
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DFrequent Feedings
Poor Weight Gain
Frequent or longer feedings and restlessness are both completely normal and not necessarily indicative of a low milk supply. On the other hand, a baby that's not gaining weight properly is a common sign of a low milk supply.
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