Current Recommendations for Breast-feeding in Cystic Fibrosis Centers

Growth and pulmonary outcomes during the first 2 y of life of breastfed and formula-fed infants diagnosed with cystic fibrosis through the Wisconsin Routine Newborn Screening Program

“…Despite these reports, a 1990 survey showed that 77% of CF centers encouraged breastfeeding, with nearly 37% of CF centers recommending exclusive breastfeeding (ExBF) (34). Similar trends were confirmed by a 2004 survey (35).…”

Medical Complications of Mothers

“…199 Current recommendations for breastfeeding by mothers with CF were published by Luder et al 184 32% make recommendations on the basis of the mother' s wishes. Evaluations indicating their need for enzyme therapy and their pulmonary disease status classified these women as mild cases.…”

“…184 Additional research is necessary to help mothers with CF maintain their health while lactating and to monitor growth in infants with CF and their general health status while breastfeeding. 184 Additional research is necessary to help mothers with CF maintain their health while lactating and to monitor growth in infants with CF and their general health status while breastfeeding.…”

Breastfeeding Infants With Problems

“…179 Although it is not clear that digestion and GI motility are enhanced by sucking, 116 enteral tube feedings are usually given while using a pacifier in most NICUs. 179 Although it is not clear that digestion and GI motility are enhanced by sucking, 116 enteral tube feedings are usually given while using a pacifier in most NICUs.…”