Newman-Goldfarb protocol

noun

Any of a number of protocols to induce lactation in humans, by means of birth control pills (to mimic the hormone levels of pregnancy), domperidone to stimulate milk production, use of a breast pump, etc.

Meanings

nounNewman-Goldfarb protocol (plural Newman-Goldfarb protocols)

plural Newman-Goldfarb protocols

  1. Any of a number of protocols to induce lactation in humans, by means of birth control pills (to mimic the hormone levels of pregnancy), domperidone to stimulate milk production, use of a breast pump, etc.

Origin

Developed by Dr. Jack Newman and Lenore Goldfarb.

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