In regards to use of "sweat-ease" on the nipples: I have looked into research
on the same issue. Directly there is none however it takes only a small
amount of the 24% sucrose to produce the natural opiates that are released
when combined with suckling. Typical dosing is 0.2 to 1.0 ml (for a very
painful procedure.)
When dose the "drop" on the nipples become more and then potentially have a
sedative affect. Consider that colostrum has 20-31g/L of lactose that may be
more appropriate if available.
About 1 1/2 years ago our staff became over zealous in this practice and
there was a direct relationship to "sleepier" babies. I also saw more gassy or
even "colicy" type behavior also which I attribute to excess "sugar" in the gut.
The Journal of Human Lactation 18(3) 2002 has an article on breastfeeding
analgesic that you may find some references of interest.
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