In a message dated 7/5/00 8:56:54 PM, [log in to unmask] writes:
<< I am getting so discouraged when I encounter a pediatrician (of FP doc) who
>gives false or inaccurate information about breastfeeding. It's so hard to
>undo and retrain a mom to have confidence (even when she's doing everything
>right)!! Thanks for letting me rant a bit!! How do we change this? Dr.
>Newman???
>Betsy RNC,CLC
>Connecticut >>
This is one of the most popular topic assigned to me when I am invited to
speak. "How To Talk to Doctors About Breastfeeding."
My recommendation remains the same: Speak very slowly, a little bit louder
than usual and use small words. Rinse and repeat.
Jay Gordon, MD, FAAP, IBCLC (I think)
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