There IS such a thing as breast-milk testing

AvaLikeLava

I spoke with a lactation consultant today about milk testing. Turns out such a thing DOES in fact exist and I'll be going in to do it.

There are 3 types of tests and their costs vary. They all test for fat and caloric value within breast milk.

1. Test 5mL of milk pumped out (~$50)

2. Pump for 2min, feed baby for 2, pump again, feed again, pump again. This test the start/middle and end milk (~$200)

3. Come in for milk tests every 6 hours. This will test milk throughout the day. (~$300)

Just an FYI for anyone who might find this useful down the road.

 

angelabbf

Please excuse my non-mommy ignorance... But I have to ask. What is the purpose of this? Just curious... Sounds interesting, regardless.

tri_bride05

I'm sorry that you're still struggling with this and hope that you are able to get some useful information from the testing.  

futrkingsley

I'm sorry you are still dealing with this and hope it gives you some answers,

AvaLikeLava

angelabbf:

Please excuse my non-mommy ignorance... But I have to ask. What is the purpose of this? Just curious... Sounds interesting, regardless.

Proper amount of calories and fat in milk/formula are important for baby's health and growth. If milk is not "fatty" enough, or doesn't contain enough calories, then baby doesn't gain enough weight and that's not good.

KellyMarierockstarwife

I'm sorr you're still having issues but I hope the testing helps you with finding any answers you need. Good luck with everything!