I am searching for anyone with experience helping a breastfeeding mother 
who  has an insulin dependant, nursing child.  The baby I am working with 
is now 12 months old.  He was diagnosed at 7 months of age and continues to 
be a vigorous breast feeder. We have used in home test weights to estimate 
his insulin need to cover the breast feedings.   
Mother and baby are not ready to wean.  
Managing the insulin dose for variable night feedings is a difficult part 
of this and the mother has repeated been told "maybe you should wean 
completely or at least stop all night time feedings".  The baby is feeding  
1-3 times at night depending on his need. Typically when his blood sugar is 
high he doesn't feel good and is difficult to console, but he will nurse 
for 5-10 minutes and then be able to fall asleep, which of course 
negatively impacts his blood sugar levels.  
This mother is also interested in networking with other mother's in this 
situation. 
Any direct email response would be appreciated. 
Debbie Jensen
Lactation Coordinator
SHMC Eugene, Oregon

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