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The guidelines are VERY different and are found in any neonatal textbook.
The smaller and more immature an infant is, the more likely they are to get
bilirubin encephalopathy from even very low bili levels. There is no "jaundice in
breastmilk". There is no reason to deny breastmilk to jaundiced preterm
infants. Breastmilk, with it's trophic hormones and GI stimulating effects will
help lower bilirubin by encouraging stools.
Nancy E. Wight MD, IBCLC, FABM, FAAP
Neonatologist, Children's Hospital & Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women
Medical Director, Sharp HealthCare Lactation Services
San Diego, CA
Office: 858-939-4180
Office FAX: 858-939-4135
Pager: 858-493-0198
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