| Usual pattern | Trigger for action | |
| Weight loss | 5 to <7% | >7% |
| Duration of weight loss | <5 days | 5 to 10 days |
| Time to regain birth weight | 1 to 2 weeks | >2 weeks |
| Intervention | Routine management | Evaluate lactation management |
| Rule out primary lactation failure | ||
| Rule out infant oral-motor abnormalities | ||
| Monitor closely, including daily weights | ||
| Consider supplementation |
