Parenting

Pre-Quiz

How is a “closed” adoption different from an “open” adoption?

Closed Adoption ----the official file is “sealed” and no information from birth parent to child to adoptive parent is shared.

Open Adoption---information is shared and sometimes contact with each other.

What is the #1 birth defect in southwest Missouri?

Fetal Alcohol Syndrome

Don’t Drink During Pregnancy!

Which is the most important trimester in the development of the fetus?

1st Trimester

(out of the 3)

All of the major organs are being

developed!

What is the normal weight gain during pregnancy?

A doctor will recommend a woman to gain 24-30

pounds during pregnancy. This is about 300 extra calories a day

to the normal diet!

How do you help an infant develop trust?

“Responsive Care”----when the baby has a need, they will cry. Then the caregivers (parents) respond by going to them and taking care of their needs consistently!

Which develops more rapidly, large or small muscles, in the infant?

Large Muscles-- Gross Motor Skills that require muscles in arms, legs, and trunk of body.

How often does a newborn need to be fed each day?

Typically, a newborn will need to be fed every 2-4 hours, so they eat about 8 to 12 times per day!

What can you do to help reduce the possibility of SIDS?

Put your newborn to sleep on their BACK, not their stomachs! Also, keep newborn away from second hand smoke and stuffed animals.

What is an emotion that could help a child avoid a dangerous situation?

FEAR……some fears are good and some fears are bad and need to be overcome

What is the average rate for 1 week of infant care in Ozark?

One infant for 5 days a week is about:

$140

(that is about $560 per month!)

Add up your score to see which group knows the most about Parenting topics. Tie Breaker if needed!

How did your group do?