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Beth Johnson <[log in to unmask]>
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Fri, 30 Aug 2002 21:48:41 -0400
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On Fri, 2002-08-30 at 15:27, Laurena wrote:
> Why is "breastfeeding," as one word, preferable to breast-feeding?

Because one word reflects the physiological process.  Like a heartbeat,
breastfeeding is a normal body function.  Bottle-feeding is not.

regards,
Beth
perinatal educator
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