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Afterpains |
Intermittent uterine contractions may cause after pains similar to menstrual cramps. Decreases rapidly within 48 hours postpartum. |
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Attachment |
An affectionate tie that occurs through time as infant & caregivers interact. |
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Bonding |
Refers to a strong emotional tie that forms soon after birth between the parents & the newborn. |
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Colostrum |
Yellowish fluid secreted by breasts late in pregnancy & 1st few days after birth. Rich in protective antibodies. |
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Diastasis Recti |
Longitudinal abdominal muscles that extend from the chest to the symphasis pubis are separated. Abdominal wall weakness may remain 6-8 weeks |
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Episiotomy |
Incision to enlarge the vaginal opening |
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Foremilk |
The 1st milk the infant obtains. It is more watery & quenches the infants thirst. |
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Fundus |
The upper portion of the body of the uterus. |
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Galactogogues |
Breast milk stimulators used by many different cultures. Examples Beer, brewers yeast, rice, gruel, Fenugreek Tea, and sesame Tea. Garlic is safe but will flavor the milk. |
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Hindmilk |
The later milk that has a higher fat content. It helps satisfy the infants hunger. Feedings that are too short do not allow the infant to obtain the hunger. |
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Involution |
Refers to changes that the reproductive organs particularly the uterus under go after birth to return them to their prepregnancy size & condition. |
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Let-down Reflex |
Also called milk ejection. Oxytocin causes the milk to be delivered from the alveoli through the duct system to the nipple. |
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Lochia |
Vaginal Discharge after delivery. Composed of endometrial tissue, blood, and lymph. |
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Postpartum Blues |
New moms often experience conflicting feelings of joy & emotional let down during the first few weeks after birth. Also called baby blues |
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Puerperium |
The postpartum period is the 6 weeks following childbirth. |
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Rugae |
Also called vaginal folds Disappear during childbirth due to stretching. They reappear 3 weeks postpartum. |
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Suckling |
Term that specifically relates to giving or taking nourishment from the breast. |