Sentences with phrase «nutrition by mouth»

Some kids have medical problems that prevent them from being able to take adequate nutrition by mouth.

Until about 32 weeks, babies can't coordinate sucking, swallowing, and breathing well enough to breast or bottle feed, and babies less than about 37 weeks aren't strong enough to take enough nutrition by mouth to gain weight.

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The book is broken down into organized sections including pregnancy nutrition, meal planning, common problems associated with pregnancy, food safety, tips for eating well while pregnant and healthy cooking, followed by all the mouth - watering recipes!

Abbreviations used: IM, intramuscular; SQ, subcutaneous; PO, per os (by mouth); BID, twice a day; TID, three times a day; TPN, total parenteral nutrition.