In a message dated 98-11-09 10:56:04 EST, you write:

<<  When talking to physicians and nurses about this subject the usual
 response is that sufficient oral intake is required to keep up kidney
 function.  What is considered sufficient?  If the infant is truely nrsg well
 with audable swallows would this not be considered sufficient?  Data is
needed
 to support this arguement.  If anyone could offer any advice it would be
 greatly appreciated.   >>


It sounds to me like that group of professionals need to see a copy of the
1997 policy statement on breastfeeding from the American Academy of
Pediatrics.

Betsy R.