>1. It is a good idea NOT to ask "are you planning to breastfeed" but rather
>"what have you heard about breastfeeding" which gives an oportunity to
>clear up some mis-information.
Or how about "I'll bet you're really looking forward to breastfeeding your
baby. It's one of the very best things about having a child. Do you have
any questions about it?"
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