Breast‐milk Jaundice

DOROTHY BROOTEN, LINDA BROWN, ANDREA HOLLINGSWORTH, JULIA TANIS, SUSAN BAKEWELL‐SACHS

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Abstract

The syndrome of breast‐milk jaundice, which often results in cessation of breastfeeding, maternal anxiety, and guilt, may be increasing. Research to date on pregnanediol, increased lipase, and free fatty acids as the causes of breast milk jaundice is reviewed. Variations in current treatment are presented and nursing measures supportive of parents and continued breastfeeding are provided.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)220-223
Number of pages4
JournalJournal of Obstetric, Gynecologic, & Neonatal Nursing
Volume14
Issue number3
DOIs
StatePublished - May 1985
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Pediatrics
  • Critical Care
  • Maternity and Midwifery

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