I love it!
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From: "Rachel Myr" <[log in to unmask]>
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Sent: Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:47 PM
Subject: a third commandment re breastfeeding problems


> We all know the first two, right?
> 1.Feed the baby.
> 2.Protect the milk supply.
>
> I propose a third one: empower the mother (/parents).
>
> There is something to be said for a plan that covers both the first two 
> commandments and at the same time contributes to the parents finding out 
> that they actually can do this important first step in the big job of 
> raising a child.  I *love* it when I see a mother leave my office with a 
> straighter back and more confident spring in her step than when she came 
> in.
>
> I'm biased against complicated plans requiring lots of different actions 
> at each feed, esp if some of the actions involve use of equipment that 
> needs to be dismantled, washed, dried, and re-assembled many times daily. 
> Anything that gets in the way of baby being in someone's arms should 
> really be well justified.  And any plan should have clear criteria for 
> evaluating its effect, as well as a stated time for when such evaluation 
> will take place.  I see lots of people who benefit greatly from using 
> pumps for a time, don't worry.  They are included in the Plan when 
> necessary, but only when necessary.
>
> Whew.  Sounds like I am really regimented and compulsively organized. 
> Those of you who know me will be snickering into your hands now.  The rest 
> of you are welcome to have a fantasy of me with my spotless desk, 
> alphabetized bookshelves, tidy house, and perfectly ordered closets, attic 
> and basement, and my manicured, weed-free yard.  Despite my inability to 
> create order in the chaos of my residence, I am good at helping new 
> parents navigate the treacherous waters of the postnatal ward without 
> getting shipwrecked along the way.
>
> Rachel Myr
> Kristiansand, Norway
>
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