Data in the literature re: world-class athletes does NOT support a link
between low body fat and poor milk production. These women, in fact, ate
more than more sedentery controls, but made more milk!  So much for the
explanation you were seeking.

With regard to assisting teen moms, the biggest difference I see in my
practice and others near me (suburban Chicago area) is the amount of
support (hand-holding) these teen moms get, have available to them, feel
they "deserve." If they get it (peer counselors are WONDERFUL for this),
they tend to nurse longer. I don't want to pick on the MDs in LACTNET, but
I have found that most teen moms are less likely to call them than other
mothers who are far more soophististicated and skilled at using the US
health care system. While it is wonderful to have MD support and
suggestions, particularly during preganncy and during thehospital stay,
peer counselor support when the young woman returns to the community is
what seems to work best.  Have you considered hooking up with some of these
people at local WIC offices, Public Health Depts., etc?  Just a thought.
              KGA

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