I stopped by my local book store tonight.  Before re(mis)shelving the two
copies of BFWG, I sat in the back of the store and read the first half of the
book.   I was struck by the strength of the author's emotions, not to mention
the disregard for research.   But my overall impression was a system's
approach. Before an issue generates literature against it, the issue has
usually become somewhat accepted in society at large.  I consider the
publication of this book to be an indication that breastfeeding is gaining
 ground in the US in the public's perception.   I think that we can expect
other books (hopefully not so angry) in the future that are pro-bottle
feeding as breastfeeding becomes the cultural norm (aren't I hopeful
tonight?).  My other thought on this, after reading the author's quotes from
journals, online conversations, and even play ground conversations, is that
we must always be aware that we need to use sensitivity when speaking with
mothers.  All mothers have a need to feel respected and affirmed in their
mothering.   Breastfeeding information  needs to spoken in the language of
respect.

Pam Barnes-Palty, MEd., ICCE, LLLL