Dr. Christie del Castillo-Hegyi, Cofounder of the Fed Is Best Foundation gives a talk on complications of insufficient feeding in term breastfed newborns. During this talk, she reviews the following:

• • Case of starvation/dehydration from early exclusive breastfeeding (EBF)

  • Basics of feeding, fasting and starvation – caloric and fluid requirements

  • Why do EBF newborns lose weight and what happens if it is excessive?

  • Signs of underfeeding and risk factors for breastfeeding problems

  • Incidence of feeding complications and admissions

  • Long-term consequences of newborn jaundice, dehydration, hypoglycemia

  • Safe limits and how to prevent feeding complications