Pat Gima wrote:

<But, Jean, those mothers, aunts and grandmothers were taught to listen
to
The Doctor. If the Ped is knowledgeable and instructive with the goal of
breastfeeding, then the generation that was told that formula was
superior
to breastmilk will be less sure of themselves and, at least, support the
new mother even if they can't really buy the whole package--yet.>

I'm very happy for those moms and grandmothers that have that situation.

As an 11 time grandmother, I know it's sometimes necessary to walk a very
thin line. But many of the clients I work with at WIC are perhaps more
dependent, especially if they are single.

Many have rotating hospital residents, and their mothers had the same
kind of care, and too often, I hear of the problem of a fussy baby just
being solved right on the spot by grandma with formula.

My point is, I still think it helps to have the mom's significant others
included whenever possible in any breastfeeding teaching that takes place
before or after birth.

The mom's are often so inexperienced, emotionally, hormonally involved
and sleep deprived, and they are very vulnerable to being influenced by
the loved ones that surround them all hours of the day and night. It is a
good investment of time and energy to recognize that influence and use it
to advantage.

Jean
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K. Jean Cotterman RNC, IBCLC
Dayton, Ohio USA

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