The newest recomendation from the ASA is 2 hours for breastmilk and
clear fluids.  Here is the reference.

http://www.asahq.org/clinical/toolkit/sedmodelfinal.htm

That said, most hospitals are still using the older guideline, as the
above just came out in September.  I know that a few years ago I was
able to negotiate the NPO to 3 hours for my daughter, but that was
before the ASA changed they guidelines and only with research studies I
brought with me.

Joylyn

Fiona Dionne wrote:

> Hi folks,
>
> I've taken a look in the archives, but I am not quite sure what combo of
> words to look for!  ;-)
>
> Someone who I got a call from has been told their baby has to be fasting
> 4 hours before surgery to correct a hernia (general anesthesia).  He's 6
> months old and completely bf at this point in time.
>
> I'm pretty sure I've seen proof before that this does not include bf
> infants (only formula-fed ones), but does anyone have any information I
> could send her please?
>
> Thanks in advance!
>
> Fio
> ressource person with Allaitement Québec
>
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