Difference between colostrum and mature milk

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Introduction

Read the scenario below and write/post your response to the Discussion Forum for this module.

Maya has a healthy 1-month-old girl who is exclusively breastfeeding. Mayas wants to lose weight and decided to be on a strict diet while lactating.

What it is the expected average weight change for a lactating woman starting 1 month after birth?
What is the recommendation for women regarding rapid weight loss during lactation and why?
What are the recommended additional calories for women who are lactating an infant from birth to 6 months and from 6 - 12 months?
What is the best indicator that the infant is getting appropriate nutrition?
What is the recommendation for the mother to avoid dehydration during lactation?
Mention 2 benefits of breastfeeding for the mother and 2 benefits for the infant.
Mention the difference between colostrum and mature milk (include in your answer nutritional differences)
In the event that you become a parent, how will you feel about breastfeeding? If you are already a parent, what has been your experience with breastfeeding? Explain your answer.
When is formula feeding better?

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