This IS TERRIBLE. It would totally ruin the value of skin-to-skin as a transfer device for good bacteria for c-section moms. Ugh! Where is the evidence that increasing the "cleansed" area improves infection rates post-operatively?
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From: Lactation Information and Discussion [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of Ann Cunillera
Sent: Monday, October 12, 2015 2:17 PM
Subject: Chlorhexidine Gluconate wipes
Hi everyone,
My hospital is looking into the safety of using chlorhexidine gluconate wipes as a chin to toe wash prior to c-section deliveries. The protocol would be changed to using the wipes on the breast and chest area while we are currently only using it on the waist down. I am having trouble finding any evidence on the safety of this product as far as both skin-to-skin care and breastfeeding is concerned. Is anyone using this full body preparation in their hospital at this time? I would appreciate any feedback if you are familiar with this standard of care. Thank you so much!
Ann Cunillera, RN, IBCLC
White Plains Hospital
White Plains, NY 10601
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