>Also, our new neonatologist have started a completely different practice.
> They are testing babies with questionable swallowing ability by feeding
>sterile water instead of breastmilk.  Can anybody give me some references in
>defense of this practice.  How about references to defend using breastmilk or
>colostrum?

Many institutions used to test all babies this way: it's an outdated
practice.  Sterile water is NOT isotonic with the body's fluids.
Breastmilk is better, and has a more manageable flow for the newly
delivered.  P.S.  Just how many esophageal fistulas do you get in your
facility each year, anyway?  Can your neonatologist come up with any
current references in defense of this practice?

Arly in Northern Utah                [log in to unmask]
MS, CLE, IBCLC