We review key aspects of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine’s updated protocol on hypoglycemia and breastfeeding.
What blood sugar defines hypoglycemia, and what is the best way to manage it, to prevent babies from preferring bottles, and to optimize lactation success? Join us as we discuss key takeaway points from the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine’s updated protocol on hypoglycemia and breastfeeding.
Recorded in July 2021.
Speakers: Anne Eglash MD, IBCLC & Karen Bodnar MD, IBCLC
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What do you think about colostrum expression before delivery for those cases at risk for hypoglycemia?
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The DAME study showed that antenatal expression after 36 weeks for low risk women with diabetes during pregnancy led to increased rates of exclusive breastfeeding at discharge. So, for that reason, it would be reasonable.