Certified Lactation Consultant Study Guide: One way that fat content of milk suckled by the baby is determined is:

A. The number of feedings in a 24 hour period
B. The speed/efficiency with which the baby removes milk
C. The amount of fat in the mother's diet
D. The amount of liquid in the mother's diet

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One way that fat content of milk suckled by the baby is determined is:

A. The number of feedings in a 24 hour period 
B. The speed/efficiency with which the baby removes milk 
C. The amount of fat in the mother's diet
D. The amount of liquid in the mother's diet

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B. The speed/efficiency with which the baby removes milk

(Think gravy - fat sticks (thick) to the side if slow or is more liquid if fast)
Pg. 15

Certified Lactation Consultant Study Guide

One way that fat content of milk suckled by the baby is determined is: A. The number of feedings in a 24 hour period B. The speed/efficiency with which the baby removes milk C. The amount of fat in the mother's diet D. The amount of liquid in the mother's diet

B. The speed/efficiency with which the baby removes milk (Think gravy - fat sticks (thick) to the side if slow or is more liquid if fast) Pg. 15

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