Comparison of Changes in Breast Milk Macronutrient Content During the First Month in Preterm and Term Infants

Suzan Sahin, Tuba Ozdemir, Nagehan Katipoglu, Abdullah Barıs Akcan, and Munevver Kaynak Turkmen

This study aims to achieve a better understanding of the trend of maternal milk macronutrient levels by analyzing protein, lipid, carbohydrate, and energy content of the breast milk and investigate the possible confounders of macronutrient content during the first 4 weeks of lactation to meet the specific needs of babies, guide optimum fortification of maternal milk.