Here is how I answer that argument:

Actually, non-breastfed babies are being cheated in hospitals.  

By offering samples of one specific brand of artificial milk in hospitals,
you are actually denying mothers and babies the freedom to get the "best"
artificial milk for their babies if they are not breastfeeding.  One
company's milk might suit one baby better than another, but in most
hospitals, there is only one brand to choose from.  Your baby might be
denied a milk that would be better for him. If he has a problem with CMP,
hospitals do not usually provide the hydrolyzed milks because they are so
expensive.   What kind of freedom is this?  If you really care about babies
who are not breastfed, protect them by providing all available brands in
hospitals.  Brand loyalty cheats babies who are not breastfed. Give mothers
the choice to choose which milk they will give their baby if not breast
milk!!

 

That should make them think!!

 

Esther Grunis, IBCLC

Lis Maternity Hospital

Tel Aviv, Israel


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