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In a message dated 2.2.04 8:05:37 AM, [log in to unmask] writes:
> Dear All:
>
> I just thought I'd let you know that there is a new baby book, just
> published by one of our trendy pediatricians here in Manhattan. His office
> was written up in the NY Times magazine for its innovative design. The
> basic philosophy of his book is "Hakuna Matata" - no worries. Essentially
> worries are something that are in mother's heads and may harm the baby.
> You can solve everything by not worrying. Beyond this simplistic
> philosophy, he completely trashes lactation consultants - there is a whole
> section devoted to how useless we are. Dr. Sears is on his bad list,too.
> Anyway, the section on lactation consultants is so damaging, I'm wondering
> if this is something that should be taken to ILCA to look at in a more
> serious light, since it is clearly spreading misinformation about lactation
> consultants.
>
> Best, Susan E. Burger, MHS, PhD, IBCLC
>
> Hi Susan,
I notice a few have asked but we still are waiting for the name of this pedi
and book?
I think another letter writing campaign may be in order here. This time it
should come from all of the mothers helped by LCs.....I have already started to
compile a list!
Have you spoken with ILCA about this?
Lynn Shea Rn,Bsn,Ibclc
Franklin,Massachusetts
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