Glucose water is acceptable mixed with colostrum for 2-3 feeds at the most.
It is not appropriate nutrition, and on its own will fill up the stomach
decreasing nursing and increase bilirubin.  If donor milk is not available I use an
elemental formula to reduce exposure to whole cow's milk proteins.
Nancy

Nancy E. Wight MD, IBCLC, FABM, FAAP
Neonatologist
Medical Director, Lactation Services
Sharp Mary Birch Hospital for Women
San Diego, CA USA
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