A mother gives birth to twins. What is the most important early counseling point regarding milk supply?
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A
Frequent, simultaneous nursing or pumping from the start establishes supply sufficient for two infants, as supply follows demand
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B
A mother cannot produce enough milk for twins and should supplement with formula from day one
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C
She should nurse one twin per breast per day to avoid nipple confusion
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D
Pumping should be avoided in the first two weeks to prevent oversupply