In a message dated 2/20/0 3:36:56 PM, Fran B writes:

<< What is the percentage or statistic of mothers who cannot produce an
adequate
milk supply, despite all  commonly used successful stategies, and in the
absence of breast disease or surgical procedures [augmentation/reduction]? >>

at a recent conference, Marianne Neifert discussed that some previous
research indicated that 5% of women have primary insufficient lactation, but
it may be closer to 4%. this figure did include breast dx/surgery, various
serious illness/disorders/stressors.

Debbie

Deborah Tobin
RN BSN IBCLC LCCE
Springfield, Virginia USA
In the suburbs outside the Washington DC beltway

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