- How can the Neonatal Intensive Care Breastfeeding Peer Counselor help me?
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Rush physicians and nurses think the the mothers' milk is so important to the health of SCN babies that the lactation program director is always available by pager to answer families questions- 24 Hours a day, 7 days a week.
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- What is a Breastfeeding Peer Counselor?
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A breastfeeding peer counselor has breastfed her own baby, and went on to complete formal, specialized training in lacation and breastfeeding. They combine mother-to-mother support with extra knowledge and experience about lacation and breastfeeding.
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- What is colostrum and why is it important for my baby?
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Colostrum is the early milk that your body makes during the first
few days after giving birth. It is different from the milk that is made
later in lactation. Colostrum contains high amounts of antibodies and
other substances that help to protect babies from infection, bowel
diseases, and other complications. Colostrum is like a medication for
your baby, and every drop that you remove should be collected and
saved. Even if your plans do not include providing milk, we encourage
you to remove the colostrum from your breasts so it can be fed to your
baby.
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