Standardizing feeding strategies for preterm infants born greater than 1500 grams.

Ting Ting FuMaame ArhinAshley T SchulzAbigail GardinerStacie ChapmanAbigail AdamchakLaura P WardJae H Kim

Published in: Pediatric research (2024)

Despite practice creep, no study has examined the use of standardized feeding protocols or pasteurized donor breast milk exclusively in infants >1500 g. A feeding protocol in this population may achieve full enteral feedings more consistently. With appropriate fortification, donor breast milk can support adequate growth in infants born >1500 g but warrants further study.

Keyphrases

preterm infants
low birth weight
healthcare
randomized controlled trial
primary care
human milk