I used to feel the same concerns about test weighing.  Usually, the test
weight agrees with my clinical assessment of breastfeeding.  If baby has
  a deep latch, sucking bursts of 10-20 sucks, a 1:1 suck swallow ratio,
audible swallowing, eyes open while sucking, etc. they usually get
plenty of milk.  But some babies swallow loudly while getting very
little milk - those are the kids who are lousy at bolus handling.  Test
weighing is very good at picking up those kids.  It is also invaluable
in determing how much supplement to offer when mom has a low milk
supply, and other clinical decisions.  In short, the scale does not
often surprise me, but when it does, it gives valuable information.

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Catherine Watson Genna, IBCLC  New York City  mailto:[log in to unmask]

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