The mother of the family with Norovirus should absolutely breastfeed. 
  She will provide antibodies to Norovirus via the entero-mammary 
pathway. This baby will be exposed to Norovirus by the family members, 
so any worry re exposure of the virus through breastmilk is ridiculous. 
Not nursing puts this baby in serious and unacceptable danger. Have the 
doctor prove that Norovirus is a contraindication. The CDC has outlined 
clear contraindications to breastfeeding, and norovirus is not a new 
virus, and not on the CDC list.
Anne


Anne Eglash MD
Clinical Professor
Dept. Of Family Medicine
Univ Of Wisconsin School Of Medicine & Public Health

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