Dear Gail, I'd make it short and sweet and focus on your four points with a
ref or 2 (or 6 :-) for each one.  I agree the reasoning is totally
demented, but not surprising - what nurse more <gasp> why ever would you
want to do "that"? Maybe Dr. Gartner and Dr. Maisels can be contacted to
also reply.  Sincerely, Pat in SNJ

> My problems with this study are these:
> (1) lactation is not "already established" at 3.94 +/- 0.9 days
> (2) an average of q 3 hour breastfeeds for a jaundiced baby is NOT
frequent
> enough
> (3) The addition of formula to the diet is an inappropriate response to
not
> frequent enough breastfeeding
> (4) The author does not seem to be aware of the connection between
> inadequate breastfeeding frequency and "response to phototherapy"