I use the What's in Breastmilk versus Formula poster in my class that others have posted and it's very eye-opening to new parents. This is also a good article from Dr. Jen -
http://www.drjen4kids.com/soap%20box/what%27s%20missing%20in%20formula.htm

I also like to talk to parents about how mom's milk is alive. I tell them that their milk actually goes into the baby's body and changes the way that the baby's cells work to improve babies health, not just now but also in the long-term. On this webpage for Massachusetts Breastfeeding Coalition, there is a link to a photo from Dr. Bobbi Phillip showing breastmilk under a microscope:
http://massbreastfeeding.org/providers/collaborative/resources/

Also, I mention the thing that got me to give breastfeeding a try. A friend who had breastfed her kids asked me what I would rather do at 3 am - get up and make a bottle of formula or roll over, feed the baby and go back to sleep? Good luck with your presentation!
Tricia Shamblin, RN, IBCLC






             ***********************************************

Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html
To reach list owners: [log in to unmask]
Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask]
COMMANDS:
1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail
2. To start it again: set lactnet mail
3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet
4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome