<<Let's get the language correct so that it is clear what is meant. The
correct language for this is "breastmilk feeding" (not "breastfeeding").>>

If you want to get the language correct, it's important to make sure your pronouns have clear antecedents. Virginia, what exactly do you mean by "this"? Pumping during a work day? Pumping while engaged in combat with an enemy? ("Active duty" certainly does not mean the same thing as "in Afghanistan separated from baby.") 

What if the session's title were "Breastfeeding in Manolos," aimed at mothers who work in other fields? Or how about "Breastfeeding in Scrubs," aimed at mothers who work in the health professions? It troubles me to think that some LCs apparently believe that women who pump rather than nurse during their work days are not entitled to call themselves "breastfeeding mothers."


Jennifer Herrin, IBCLC
Lakenheath, England

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