I am a hospital based LC in a large Pennsylvania Hospital. I had a call today regarding a mother whose child may not be permitted to have pumped breast milk in day care because the care providers consider the milk to be a body fluid capable of transmitting HIV, Hepatitis, etc. There was a question concerning whether gloves should be worn while giving the bottles and if the bottles could be stored in a refrigerator with bottles of formula and other food. Ridiculous, I know. I relayed information I had regarding the CDC stating that gloves are not necessary for handling breast milk in addition to my opinion that there is a much higher risk from changing diapers. I would appreciate any references any of you may have that would make these people feel more comfortable with this situation. I do not think finding another day care is an option at this time. As usual, thanks in advance for your help. Kathy Romberger, RNC, IBCLC *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html