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Problem
A. Why is getting adequate folate or folic acid so important before and during pregnancy? What could happen to the developing baby if the mom doesn't consume adequate folate or folic acid?
B. Why is getting adequate iron so important during pregnancy? What could happen to the developing baby or to the mom if the mom doesn't consume adequate iron during her pregnancy?
C. Why is excessive weight gain (gaining more than the recommended amount) during pregnancy potentially dangerous to the mom? To the developing baby?
D. Ideally, what should an infant be fed for the first 6 months of life? Why?
E. What are the benefits of breastfeeding to a baby? To the mom?
F. What are reason(s) some moms choose not to breastfeed their babies?
G. What are some things we could all do to support moms who want to breastfeed their babies?
H. What should older infants and young children aged 6-23 months consume? Should breastfeeding continue during this time?
I. Why is consuming iron-rich foods so important for older infants starting at age 6 months?
J. Why are nutritional needs for infants and young children higher (on a per kg or lb basis) than at any other time in the life cycle? Which nutrients in particular?