What statement made by a new mother indicates she needs additional information about breastfeeding?
a. "I let the baby nurse 10 to 15 minutes on the first breast and then switch to the other breast."
b. "The baby needs to nurse at least 5 minutes on the breast to get the hindmilk."
c. "The baby has been nursing every 2 to 3 hours."
d. "If the baby gets fussy between feedings, I give her a bottle of water."
ANS: D
Supplemental feedings of formula or water should not be offered to a healthy newborn who is breastfeeding.
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