> I have a Mom who just delivered nine days ago and is breastfeeding. she
had a
> procedure called rouen-Y for weight loss (states they removed half of her
> stomach).  She is concerned whether she will be able to nourish her baby
> without supplementing.

Since almost all absoprtion of nutrients occurs in the intestines, I think
she should not have a problem nourishing her baby r/t the stomach surgery.
She should be sure to eat a well-balanced, nutritious diet (like everyone
else should!), in the pattern of meals that suits her.

Barb Berges BS, RN, IBCLC
Rochester, New York

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