In a message dated 3/23/00 9:57:51 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:

<< Here's a thought:  The data on growth and recovery from birth weight that

I've looked at really suggests that healthy, stable babies (of all mammalian

species) take off like a rocket and grow fast early on, with a taper after

they are thru the most vulnerable post-birth period. >>

Barbara,
Having had all of my babies at home and been involved with midwifery and
homebirth for 12 years, I can tell you that midwives are not used to seeing
weight loss early on. I personally perceive it as common, since hospital
birth is common, but I do not believe it is biologically normal.

Jennifer Tow, IBCLC, CT, USA

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