Question 1

can a baby be allergic to " rice" via mothers breast milk? how likely is it that granddaughter is allergic to inside dogs and cat?

Accepted Answer

Food or pet allergy: A baby can be allergic to foods eaten by the mother, and can be sensitized in utero or via breast milk, but rice allergies are fairly uncommon in the us. The top six food allergies or groups of allergens are milk, egg, wheat, peanut/tree nuts, soy and fish/shellfish. When children first start showing allergies, pets are often among the first reactions they experience , since they are indoors most.

Question 2

can hepatits positive mother feed her baby by breast milk?

Accepted Answer

: Yes . However,   CDC advises that  to be  protected  from Hep B infection, , it is very important that  the baby  receive HBIG,  hepatitis b immune globulin , at birth , or  within 12 hrs  . The Hepb vaccine should  also be given in three doses ,  beginning with the first dose within 24 hrs after birth, a second dose   1month  later and the third dose  at 6 months  for the 3 dose vaccine series .

Question 3

is toxoplasmosis spread through breast milk from mother to baby?

Accepted Answer

Unlikely: There are no studies that document the transmission of Toxoplasma Gondi through breast milk in humans.

Question 4

do surrogate mothers produce breast milk after delivering the baby?

Accepted Answer

Yes: Under most circumstances, women who give birth can produce breast milk (for that matter, some women who do not give birth can produce breast milk). The process is certainly aided by pumping or placing a baby on the breast. If a surrogate does not do anything to encourage milk production, there may be limited production and the milk supply will "dry up".

Question 5

what kind of milk is need for new born baby whose mother is not producing breast milk?

Accepted Answer

Infant formula: Depends on age--takes 2-7 days to produce good milk supple.  If infant is losing weight, pedication will recommend supplement with a formula.

Question 6

if hepatits positive mother feed her negative baby by breast milk will be infected baby?

Accepted Answer

See below: The possibility of transmission of hepatitis c virus through breast milk was disputed in the past.  The rate of transmission among breastfed infants has been the same as that among formula-fed infants.  Therefore, breastfeeding is allowed.

Question 7

if hepatits b positive mother feed her negative baby by breast milk will be infected baby?

Accepted Answer

No: Infants born to mother tests positive to hepatitis b receive Hepatitis B Immune Globulin and Hepatitis B Vaccine within 12 hours from birth.  Two more doses of hep-b vaccine are typically given at 2- and 6 months of age.  These infants are tested at 9 to 18 months for anti- hepatitis b surface antigen and hepatitis b surface antigen to confirm the protection provided through vaccination.

Question 8

im a breastfeeding mother who took some panadol (acetaminophen). how long do i have to wait before giving my breast milk to baby?

Accepted Answer

Breastfeeding: There is no problem with using panadol (acetaminophen). You can continue to breastfeed as always.

Question 9

kindly assist the mother of a 6 weeks old baby is running out of breast milk what does she needs to do to correct the situation coz the baby is starting to be constipated.

Accepted Answer

Feeding different: A baby usually gets 80% of whats in a breast in 5 min &amp; only gets to 90% at 10 min. Feeding more frequently for shorter time/side (5 min) can trigger more production. Mothers adequate fluid &amp; nutrition are important. You may find a breastfeeding coach/support group locally that can help. They are often registered with the OB department of hospitals.

Question 10

i am a nursing mother with acid reflux and have responded well to both famotidine and omeprazole. my baby is being evaluated for reflux and im wondering if either of these could provide her with treatment through my breast milk?

Accepted Answer

Wouldn't think so: The amount of either drug than may end up in your milk would not reach a concentration needed to alter the infants symptoms. Reflux in infants is often treated differently.

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Do surrogate mothers produce breast milk after delivering the baby?

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If hepatits positive mother feed her negative baby by breast milk will be infected baby?

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If hepatits b positive mother feed her negative baby by breast milk will be infected baby?

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Im a breastfeeding mother who took some panadol (acetaminophen). how long do i have to wait before giving my breast milk to baby?

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Kindly assist the mother of a 6 weeks old baby is running out of breast milk what does she needs to do to correct the situation coz the baby is starting to be constipated.

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I am a nursing mother with acid reflux and have responded well to both famotidine and omeprazole. my baby is being evaluated for reflux and im wondering if either of these could provide her with treatment through my breast milk?

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