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Subject:	Alternate feeding methods
From:	Laura Walker <[log in to unmask]>
Reply To:	Lactation Information and Discussion <[log in to unmask]>
Date:	Wed, 6 Oct 1999 16:40:56 -0400
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I'm not so averse anymore to OKing bottle feeding with some families who really have a hard time with all the other ways.  I think what it comes down to is a good assessment of the "whole" picture and deciding how to feed the baby, protect the supply and have it be satisfying for all involved- meaning the parents and baby.  Our job is to give support and help them along safely.  I've seen finger feeding backfire- the baby waits for that finger and will do nothing else.  They never open their mouths wide enough.  It all depends on the situation.  Bottles in the hospital shouldn' t be necessary but after discharge it can be a good tool.

Laura Walker,RNC,IBCLC 

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