Q&A: Protein or Formula?
Does my preemie need a protein supplement? Or formula?
ByCatherine Watson Genna, BS, IBCLC
Lactation Specialist
Updated
Feb 2017
Feb 2017
Only very early preterm infants need some extra protein and certain minerals. Once the baby is home, these extras are usually not needed.
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