Breast milkMilk produced by the mammary glands in the breast of a humanTwo samples of human breast milk. The sample on the left is the first milk produced by the mother, while the sample on the right was produced later during the same breast pumping cycle.Breast milk (sometimes spelled as breastmilk) or mother's milk is milk produced by the mammary glands in the breasts of humans.
Breast pumpA breast pump is a mechanical device that lactating women use to extract milk from their breasts. They may be manual devices powered by hand or foot movements, or automatic devices powered by electricity. Breast pumps come in several varieties to suit the different needs of mothers. Manual pumps, operated by hand, are portable and quiet, making them suitable for occasional use.
Infant formulaManufactured food designed for feeding infantsInfant formulaCans of formula (brand name Nidina) as sold in ArgentinaInfant formula, also called baby formula, simply formula (American English), formula milk, baby milk, or infant milk (British English), is a manufactured food designed and marketed for feeding infants under 12 months of age, usually prepared for bottle-feeding or cup-feeding from powder (mixed with water) or liquid (with or without additional water).
DiarrheaDiarrhea (American English), also spelled diarrhoea (British English), is the condition of having at least three loose, liquid, or watery bowel movements in a day. It often lasts for a few days and can result in dehydration due to fluid loss. Signs of dehydration often begin with loss of the normal stretchiness of the skin and irritable behaviour.
Otitis mediaOtitis media is a group of inflammatory diseases of the middle ear. One of the two main types is acute otitis media (AOM), an infection of rapid onset that usually presents with ear pain. In young children, this may result in pulling at the ear, increased crying, and poor sleep. Decreased eating and a fever may also be present.
AsthmaAsthma is a common long-term inflammatory disease of the airways. It is characterized by variable and recurring symptoms and reduced lung function. Symptoms include episodes of wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, and shortness of breath.
Developing countryNation with a relatively low living standardComparison of countries by their level of development (six criteria: HDI, WESP, WB, DAC, IMF, Paris Club) 4+ criteria 3 criteria 2 criteria 1 criterionWorld bank income groupsA developing country is a country with a less-developed industrial base and a lower Human Development Index (HDI) relative to developed countries. However, this definition is not universally agreed upon.
World Health OrganizationSpecialized agency of the United NationsThe World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations (UN) which coordinates responses to international public health issues and emergencies. It is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland, and has six regional offices and 150 field offices worldwide. Only sovereign states are eligible to join, and it is the largest intergovernmental health organization at the international level.
SIDSSudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), sometimes known as cot death or crib death, is the sudden, unexplained death of a child of less than one year of age. Diagnosis requires that the death remain unexplained even after a thorough autopsy and detailed death scene investigation. SIDS usually occurs between the hours of midnight and 9:00 a.m., or when the baby is sleeping. There is usually no noise or evidence of struggle.
Respiratory tract infectionRespiratory tract infections (RTIs) are infectious diseases involving the lower or upper respiratory tract. An infection of this type usually is further classified as an upper respiratory tract infection (URI or URTI) or a lower respiratory tract infection (LRI or LRTI). Lower respiratory infections, such as pneumonia, tend to be far more severe than upper respiratory infections, such as the common cold.
Vitamin DEssential nutrientVitamin D is a group of structurally related, fat-soluble compounds responsible for increasing intestinal absorption of calcium, along with numerous other biological functions. In humans, the most important compounds within this group are vitamin D3 (cholecalciferol) and vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol).
Developed countryCountry with a developed economy and infrastructureComparison of countries by their level of development (seven criteria: HDI, WESP, WB, DAC, IMF, Paris Club, UNIDO) 5+ criteria 4 criteria 3 criteria 2 criteria 1 criterionA developed country, or advanced country, is a country that has a high quality of life, developed economy, and advanced technological infrastructure relative to other less industrialized nations.*As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.