Buy him Ruth Lawrence's book. (No financial reasons on my part; it's just
a great book.) Alot of MDs won't accept anything that's not
written by another MD. Plus, it is extensively referenced and he can read
the studies himself if he likes!

Becky Saenz, MD
Assistant Professor
University of MS Medical Center
Department of Family Medicine
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On Sun, 24 Aug 1997, Diane Graybeal wrote:

> Well much as I hate to admit that doctors in my area need lots more education
> on breastfeeding.  I find I need your collective help again.
> A few days ago a new pediatrician in town (we are growing like crazy) told
> one of my mothers that he couldn't believe that she was still breastfeeding
> at one year.  He said "Don't you know that breastmilk turns into water at one
> year?  It still looks white but it has no nutrients in it at all, it is just
> basically water."
> I can't let this pass!!  I need some scientific references and I am going to
> put together a great letter that the mom's in our breastfeeding group will
> sign.
> Also we could buy him a book.  Which one do you think would be best for this
> purpose.
> Please help anyway that you can.
>
> Diane Graybeal
> B.O.N.D.
> Newnan, GA
>