The primary care pediatric nurse practitioner is discussing newborn care with a
mother who is pregnant with triplets. When counseling the mother about feeding issues, the nurse practitioner will recommend

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Developing a plan to rotate breastfeeding would allow each infant to receive breastmilk and allow the mother to rest between feedings. It may also help to establish a supply and demand balance for the mother's milk production. It is not recommended to supplement with formula unless medically necessary. It may also be difficult to keep all three infants on the same feeding schedule as they may have different needs and hunger cues. Pumping breastmilk may be an option, but it may also be difficult to keep up with the demand for three infants.

The Primary Care Pediatric Nurse Practitioner Is Discussing Newborn Care