In a message dated 4/4/2006 2:30:41 P.M. Eastern Daylight Time,  
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what IS the  definitive answer here??   >>>>>>


the definitive answer depends on other variables  for a particular baby at 
any given time.
 
other variables include but are not limited to (in no  particular order): 
birth wt, present weight, wt gain trend, frequency of bf,  urine output, general 
appearance, mother's concern.......


the frequencies listed in your post may be  minimums or ranges, ....all are 
guidelines.
 
yes, this is a challenging topic and may be confusing for many  expectant and 
new parents, ....and us too.
 
 
Debbie  Tobin
RN BSN  IBCLC (15yrs) LCCE
In the Fairfax County suburbs outside the Washington  DC  beltway






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