Breastfeeding Crossword

3. Circular, dark pigmented area that surrounds the nipple
5. To transfer milk efficiently, baby needs to have a ? latch
8. One of the most common breastfeeding positions
11. Inflammation or infection of the breast tissue
13. Breast milk is full of many anti-infective properties known to build immunity called
15. In the first 3 months, breastfed babies gain about 30 grams per ?
18. Local feedback control of milk production
19. Commonly used medication to increase milk supply
20. Higher fat breast milk

1. Largest component of breast milk is made up by
2. Raised region of tissue on the surface of the breast
4. Hormonal control of milk production
6. A drop in progesterone and a rise in this hormone is needed to start milk production
7. A lumpy, red area in the breast can be a sign of a ?
9. Newborn reflex important for breastfeeding
10. May be of benefit for women who have inverted nipples
12. The first form of milk produced immediately after delivery
14. Hormone released by the posterior pituitary necessary for breast milk production
16. Nipple pain, nipple damage and poor feeding may be indicative of a ?
17. Preterm milk is lower in ? than mature milk