Gina in Honolulu wrote, "I tend to agree that an unsuspecting nursling may
form a negative impression when jabbed in the thigh while doing something
that is supposed to be comforting and secure.   Might this cause a nursing
strike?"

Good question. And to take this a little further, I have worked with several
babies who have been exclusively and happily breastfed until 2 - 3 days
after receiving the Hib Titre, when they have suddenly and determinedly gone
on strike.  I don't see that this happens after the DPT vaccinations,
whether the mother actually breastfeeds during the jab, or not. It is
baffling.  Is it just coincidence?  Any ideas??

Pamela Morrison IBCLC, Zimbabwe