Usual pattern | Trigger for action | |
Weight loss | 5 to <7% | >7% |
Duration of weight loss | <5 days | 5 to 10 days |
Time to regain birth weight | 1 to 2 weeks | >2 weeks |
Intervention | Routine management | Evaluate lactation management |
Rule out primary lactation failure | ||
Rule out infant oral-motor abnormalities | ||
Monitor closely, including daily weights | ||
Consider supplementation |
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