In a message dated 96-11-26 00:01:44 EST, you write: << This mom is in the midst of an outbreak. So I am assuming this is why she was told to pump and dump. Can anyone enlighten me more on this?? >> Ellen, Like someone else said, the baby probalby has already been exposed before mom experienced the outbreak. Then think about this. What would mom do if she got a cold sore (fever blister) while bf this baby? Most would continue nsg. It is the same virus. The concern, I believe, is for a mom who contracts the virus as a firsttime infection (primary inf.) while PREGNANT. This would be a high possibility of infection in her newborn with a vag. delivery and possibly bf during this initial outbreak. Also, This baby is 6 mos old, right? Less concern for the older baby. Laurie Wheeler, Rnc, Mn, Ibclc Violet LA