In a message dated 9/15/98 8:19:03 PM Central Daylight Time, Kathy in Wash
writes:

<< We are going to have an information/release form for both the mother and
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 her nurses to sign=2E    It
 will go over all the reasons not to supplement (ie: nipple confusion,  =20
 sore nipples, engorgement) and state that if the mother  still wishes to  =20
 bottlefeed, she is releasing the hospital from any liability related to  =20
 her breastfeeding success=2E >>


Wonderful!  I love the idea of recognizing that hospitals risk a lawsuit when
they undermine breastfeeding!  Diane Wiessinger  has a great handout on the
formula decision that could be used to be sure you are getting informed
consent.

Elaine Ziska