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Breastfeeding a NICU Baby

4/25/2017

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Having a baby in the NICU can be extremely stressful and traumatic for families. Moms who want to breastfeed experience additional stress because they are separated from their babies most of the day.

Pumping milk for your NICU baby is worth the effort!
  • You are providing your baby with something that no one else can provide.
  • There is no medicine that can protect or nourish your baby better than your own milk.
  • During times that you are away from your baby, thinking about your baby while pumping milk can help you feel close and connected to your baby.
  • Your milk is targeted specially for your baby. The more time you spend in the NICU, the more specialized your milk becomes to your baby’s environment. Your milk produces the specific antibodies needed to protect your baby from the pathogens in his environment.
  • Studies show that babies in the NICU who receive breast milk have fewer infections and better visual acuity than babies who receive no breast milk.

If you have any questions about pumping milk for your NICU baby, I can help you. I have experience in the NICU both as an RN and as an IBCLC.  
  • I can help you in your home, even if your baby has not come home yet, if you need a plan for pumping or strategies to increase your milk supply while you’re separated from your baby.
  • I can help you in your home after your baby gets home, if you need help getting your baby to latch and feed well at the breast. Sometimes babies who have been in the NICU need some extra help to breastfeed well. A little coaching goes a long way!

In-home consultations are usually available within 24 hours of your request. If you have any concerns, don’t hesitate to call and get help! 

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    Beth Sanders, BSN, RN, IBCLC

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