In a message dated 3/27/2003 10:55:47 AM Pacific Standard Time,
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> One study found that the Mexican hat type of shield reduced milk transfer by
> 55%; wasn't it Woolridge that found even the silicon nipple shield reduced
> transfer by 22%?
>

The studies that were done on nipple shield and milk supply were done on TERM
infants whose mothers had established milk supplies.  I would expect to see a
decrease in milk if I put something between an effectively breastfeeding baby
and his mother!  Paula Meier's studies clearly show double the milk transfer
with preterm infants.
Nancy
Nancy E. Wight MD, FAAP, IBCLC
Neonatologist, Children's Hospital & Sharp Mary Birch Hospital For Women
Medical Director, Sharp HealthCare Lactation Services
San Diego, California, USA
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