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Pacifiers and sleep
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"Maria Parlapiano RN, IBCLC" <[log in to unmask]>
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Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
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Sat, 4 Feb 2012 20:09:47 -0500
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My approach to the pacifier issue (which has been very effective w/ my new parents and the docs as well) is:
Pacifiers are "calorie burners". Babies suck away -expending energy/ burning calories and get nothing in return resulting in greater weight loss/jaundice.   At the same time, the moms who should be nursing instead -well their breast  are understimulated resulting in marginal supply.
  Whah-la!  Weight loss/jaundice + low milk supply= FORMULA!!!!  
Parents & Peds are so "reactive" to any weight loss and jaundice making this explanation perfect for the first few weeks.

Maria Parlapiano RN IBCLC
Chatham, NJ

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