Breastfeeding: myths and misconceptions

摘要

We've had a lot of feedback on the article entitled 'Lactation-related infections' in the last issue ofCommunity Practitioner, with many readers concerned about the evidence base of the advice given within the piece. Carmen Pagor clears up some of the myths and misconceptions. Myth: If the breasts are not producing sufficient milk to satisfy the newborn, there should be no hesitation in offering some additional bottle feeding. Babies do not get 'confused' and will happily take to bottle and breast - that is, to whatever satisfies their appetite. By 48 hours, most breasts will be producing sufficient milk and supplementary bottle feeding can be stopped or used intermittently as needed'.