Hi, All:  Formula diaper bags are critized in the lactation community 
because of the message it sends:  "just in case breastfeeding doesn't 
work...".  In reading the posts of those of you who have listed things put 
into breastfeeding diaper bags, I'm a little concerned about the message 
those bags are giving.  Lansinoh, breast pads, mother's milk tea, coupon 
for free pump rental...Does this mean that a breastfeeding mother will not 
be able to successfully nurse unless she has and uses all these things?  I 
like the coupons for the yoga, mom and tot classes, the free copy of 
Mothering (or some other breastfeeding/family-friendly) magazine, and other 
such products that promote family togetherness, etc.
Breastfeeding sends a message, too.  We should be ensuring we are sending 
the right one.

Pam Hirsch, RN,BSN,IBCLC
Clinical Lead, Lactation Services
Advocate Good Shepherd Hospital
Barrington, IL  USA

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