Why a Golden Teaspoon?
A teaspoon represents the average intake of colostrum on Days 1 and 2. The gold color reminds parents of the liquid gold they are providing for their newborn. If babies receive 1-1.5 tsp 8-12 times daily the first few days of life, they getting what they need while signaling the breasts to produce more milk. Parents should be encouraged to feed anytime the baby shows any interest.
We are aware of an organization lead by two people who continue to share an opinion piece that contradicts all of the science and research that medical professionals and have shared for years. Unfortunately, social media platforms do not vet opinion posts that attempt to qualify as facts.
EVERY Public health agency and medical professional organization promotes exclusive breastfeeding for at least 6 months. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG), Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM), Women Infants and Children program (WIC) United States Division of Agriculture (USDA), La Leche League (LLL), World Health Organization (WHO)--and many, many others promote the fact that newborns consume about 1-1.5 tsp (5-7mL) per feed on day 1-2 and DO NOT NEED SUPPLEMENTING unless medically indicated. It is crucial as advocates and professionals that we continue to unapologetically share evidence-based information and empower parents with the message that they are enough.
Remember, if you are continuing to share the message that babies take in small volumes of milk during each feed on Day 1-2, you are in good company. Check out the links below to some of the reputable national and international organizations we use as references. Education should be based on facts and not opinion. Each one of these articles explain milk volume immediately postpartum.
American Academy of Pediatrics
Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
NHS Hospital Policy
ACOG
ACOG Clinical Committee
USDA/WIC Program
Children's Health Queensland Gov AU
NHS
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