Which service was established after WWII to support mothers and babies, including examining, weighing and measuring the baby and educating the mother on breastfeeding?

• A. Adult vaccination clinics
• B. Public housing programs
• C. Emergency medical services
• D. Antenatal and Infant Welfare Services

Answer: (D)

Postwar efforts in public health focused on strengthening maternal and child health by creating services that support new mothers and monitor babies. The described service fits Antenatal and Infant Welfare Services because it involves regular checks of the infant—examining, weighing, and measuring growth—and providing the mother with guidance on breastfeeding. These clinics or programs were typically run by public health nurses and aimed to catch health issues early, promote safe infant feeding, and educate parents. Other options describe services that aren’t focused on infant care or maternal support, such as adult vaccination programs, housing initiatives, or emergency medical services, so they don’t match the scenario.