>"I have just talked to a mom who plans to do the same thing.  She was
>working
>on weaning already (baby is 7 weeks old), but since she's seen the study,
>she's going to pump and give baby at least some breastmilk until the 9
>month
>mark."
>
>What I read in this study was that IQ was probably enhanced not only by
>breastmilk but also by the mother/baby bond and interaction which carried
>over into day to day interaction with the baby.  We know that IQ can be
>raised by certain involvement on the parent's part.  So...breastmilk is
>great, but the ACT of breastfeeding also plays a role in development.
>
>
>Johanna Berger, LSW
>Breastfeeding Counselor
>Bala Cynwyd, PA

And let's not forget there is a dose-response relationship between
breastfeeding and many measurable outcomes.  If the mother in the
first paragraph above is giving baby only "some" breastmilk (and
formula for the rest?) then she may not achieve the result she wants.

At least she is going to continue giving her milk for longer than she
had originally planned.  That's good.

Margaret
mom of 2, LLLL
Longmont, CO

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