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Mention four possible problems that may be experienced during weaning and for each suggest the possible cause

      

Mention four possible problems that may be experienced during weaning and for each suggest the possible cause

  

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- The mother to baby bond is missed if the baby is fed by other people.
- The mother should always be the one to feed the baby whenever possible
- Dangers of diseases such as diarrhea, cholera and stomach upsets may be experienced if the food and feeding equipment are unhygienic ally handled
- The mother should therefore ensure that food is hygienically handled during all stages of preparations.
- Nutritional disorder such as obesity poor muscle development and low resistance to infections may be experienced if the weaning diet is not well balanced.
- Too much fat and carbohydrates should be avoided by ensuring that all nutrients are in the right proportions.
- Allergies due to the introduction of new foods may be experienced.
- The mother should be keen to notice any allergies and discontinue giving the affecting food immediately and seek medical advice.
- Stomach upsets due to indigestion if the weaning is introduced too early before 3 months as the digestive system is unable to process the food.
- Avoid introducing the food too early. It should be between 4-6 months of age.
- The baby may suffer of malnourishment if weaning is introduced too late, as the breast milk is not able to adequately cater for its nutritional requirements.
- Introduce the food at the right age i.e. 4 – 6 months
- Can become stressful as the baby has to learn to use feeding equipment and implements.
- The mother should gently encourage the baby to learn how to them.
Titany answered the question on October 14, 2021 at 08:17


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