Table 1 'Early' and 'Late' Feeding Regimens
Feed regimen | 'early' | 'late' |
|---|---|---|
0-24 hours: day 1 | Nil by mouth | Nil by mouth |
24-48 hours: day 2 | Start milk feeds according to tables 2 & 3 | Nil by mouth |
48-119 hours: day 3-5 | Progress with feeding according to tables 2 & 3 | Nil by mouth |
120-143 hours: day 6 | Progress with feeding according to tables 2 & 3 | Start milk feeds according to tables 2 & 3 |
144 hours onwards - day 7+ | Progress with feeding according to tables 2 & 3 | Progress with feeding according to tables 2 & 3 |