A postpartum woman telephones the provider regarding her 5-day-old infant.The client is not scheduled for another weight check until the infant is 14 days old.The new mother is worried about whether breastfeeding is going well.Which statement indicates that breastfeeding is effective for meeting the infant's nutritional needs?

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Breastfed infants typically have frequent bowel movements and wet diapers, indicating adequate intake. Three bowel movements and eight wet diapers per day suggest the infant is well-hydrated and receiving sufficient breast milk.

A Postpartum Woman Telephones the Provider Regarding Her 5-Day-Old Infant