RE: [ozmidwifery] insulin dependant diabetics

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Hi, At Redcliffe I actually encourage IDDM/GDM's on insulin women to express prior to OT if I am OT list for the day. It may only be a few mils/drops but I have found that this usually satisfies the infant, no formula sups required generally. Essential that the  mum's BGL were well controlled prior to OT if IV infusions are to be avoided in the infant. I first read about doing this on this list about 12 months ago, referenced from somewhere. cheers Barb -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Philippa Scott Sent: Thursday, 30 March 2006 8:52 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: RE: [ozmidwifery] insulin dependant diabetics I have heard Townsville Hospital recommend it. May be something there. Cheers   Philippa Scott Birth Buddies - Doula Assisting women and their families in the preparation towards childbirth and labour. President of Friends of the Birth Centre Townsville   From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Maxine Wilson Sent: Wednesday, 29 March 2006 10:12 PM To: ozmidwifery@acegraphics.com.au Subject: [ozmidwifery] insulin dependant diabetics   Has anyone any information they can share regarding the management of newborns of insulin dependent diabetics?  In particular I am looking for information regarding prenatal expressing of colostrum in order to feed it to the babe in place of formula.  If anyone knows of any hospital that is doing this I would really appreciate some leads that I can follow up as I have a client in this situation who is trying to expand her options.   Maxine