Is Human Milk Fortifier?

Commercial human milk fortifiers are predominantly a protein and mineral supplement. They also typically contain additional calories, electrolytes and vitamins. The addition of human milk fortifier is well tolerated.

Why do we use human milk fortifier?

Breast milk fortifier is a nutritional supplement that can be added to your expressed breast milk. It comes as a powder, which is dissolved into your breast milk. It contains extra calories, protein and some essential vitamins, which help to promote growth and bone development during the first few weeks of life.

Is human milk fortifier necessary?

Do all preemies need fortifiers? No, not all preemies need fortifiers. It has been found that for babies with very low birth weight, breast milk alone was not enough; especially if the baby's weight group is between 1251-1500g.