Lacnet is definitely for support of each other. That is what I read it for, 
and for the informational posts where I learn something new. I would like to 
learn from everyone especially on the topic of ethics, bio-engineering, 
patents, governmental systems, etc. but am turned off by some of the 
writers' tone of voice and attitude. Some of the ethical and political 
discussion have been thinly disguised "bashing" of someone else. The tone 
implies that anyone who doesn't agree with the writer is wrong.

There is a lack of respect and a mean spirited nature in some of these posts 
that is dividing us as breastfeeding advocates. Which is a huge shame.

When others have pointed out how negative and divisive these posts have 
become, the writers just continue to say they are right and the other 
opinion is wrong. I find it discouraging how these arguments keep cropping 
up on Lactnet lately. One side is saying "you must listen to me, I am right, 
but I won't listen to you because you are wrong."

We can't learn from the other person if we refuse to acknowledge that they 
have something to teach us. And we ALL have something to teach each other on 
Lactnet! Let's do it with respect, politeness, and as a way to encourage us 
to be united in the cause of breastfeeding information and promotion.

Thanks for reading this far. Happy New Year to everyone.
Kathy Eng, BSW, IBCLC 

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