I just received the latest USPS catalog.
There are 28 stamps due to be released in 1998. Just to give you an idea
of some of the concepts that might pave the way for a breastfeeding
stamp, here are some of the subjects:
Philanthropy: "Giving and Sharing, An American Tradition"
depicted by a flower and bee motif: "the botanical depiction represents a
symbiotic relationship where both parties are giving and benefitting like
a bee and a flower. This stamp honors all the generous Americans who
contribute annually to their favorite causes"
Organ and Tissue Donation: "Share your life" depicted by two stylized
humans hugging : "As medical technology moves toward the 21st
century,each year thousands of people will live longer and better lives
bec. of organ and tissue donation.By issuing this stamp, the Postal
Service hopes to increase public awareness of the need for organ and
tissue donors."
Hospice Care: depicted by a butterfly flitting over a house and tree:
"Hospice is holistic,team-oriented care program that seeks to treat and
comfort terminally ill patients and their families at home or in a home
like setting. The Postal Service proudly pays tribute to all the
volunteers and paid professionals who made hospice care possible"

>From the above, it certainly seems we should be able to come up with a
breastfeeding theme.
Fight World Hunger
Salute to Motherhood
etc

How about a holiday stamp that depicts breastfeeding? The USPS has been
known to censor paintings that reveal more of the the couple than they
are comfortable with....

Go, girls!

Pearl Shifer, IBCLC
NYC
P.S. You can get a catalog by calling 1-800-STAMP-24

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