Exclusive Breastfeeding of a Premature Infant Following Maternal Administration of Chemotherapy for Bowel Cancer: A Case Study

Successful exclusive breastfeeding is achievable on a case-by-case basis for a premature infant whose mother received treatment for cancer. The International Board Certified Lactation Consultant played a major role in the facilitation of this process. Given the increasing incidence of bowel cancer in younger people, it is anticipated that there will be increased consultations of this nature in the future.