«Based on our findings, clinicians may wish to consider recommending the temporary use of small amounts of formula to new moms whose babies are experiencing
significant early weight loss.»
But in the first randomized trial of its kind, researchers at UC San Francisco have found that giving small amounts of formula in the first few days of life to infants experiencing high levels
of early weight loss actually can increase the length of time their mothers end up breastfeeding.
The researchers noted that although the exact risk levels might vary, they expect that different populations — say, people in another country — would likely see a similar reduction in the risk of adult type 2 diabetes
with earlier weight loss.
For some infants with high,
early weight loss, this small study is the first to suggest that infant formula used at just the right time, in limited amounts, may help achieve the goal of long - term breastfeeding.
Topics will include hypoglycemia, hyperbilirubinemia,
early weight loss, supplementation, maternal concerns and breastfeeding myths.
Early weight loss can keep them with you even longer.