Dear friends,
Several years ago I attended a conference at which I had heard that the IV 
fluids that a mom receives during labor may impact a baby's birth weight. 
Do any of you have information that supports this or was it anecdotal? The 
concern that I have has to do with increased fluid in the baby leading to 
very dilute first void resulting in possible questionable UDS results. I 
have witnessed fluid retention in areolar tissue which obviously impacts 
breastfeeding. The concern that I have regarding increased fluid in the 
baby has to do with mom having a +UDS but baby having a -UDS. In the past, 
when a mom is "+" she has had to pump and dump until confirmation of the 
UDS is done and/or until she has a "-" screen. We are in the process of 
reviewing our policies and procedures so I would appreciate any input you 
may have.
Kathy Bowers, (hospital based) RN, IBCLC Washington State
(Proud mom of blended family of 5 boys...now young men...sigh...)

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