As a neonatologist who appreciates the benefits of BM, and the relative risks
of artificial milks vs IV D10W, I recommend IVs every time.  I know a lot
more about the complications of IV fluids (minimal) than I do about the long
term implications of ABM.  I would want MY child to get the IV.  Colostrum
mixed with D10W po seems like a good compromise, and is use in many
hospitals.  It is not associated with the severe highs and lows of blood
sugar, unless you force feed 90 mls of it!
Nancy Wight MD, FAAP, IBCLC

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