In a message dated 2/26/02 1:57:57 PM Eastern Standard Time,
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> >I have been somewhat dismayed at the implication that one in the lactation
> >field can not truly be an advocate if money is changing hands.
>
>
> Lisa, who has suggested or implied that?
>
> The issue is *whose money?*
>
> I think it is perfectly reasonable for lactation professionals to be
> paid, and handsomely!  I think it would be worth a few percentage
> points on income tax to make it come out of public funds
> everywhere... but maybe that's a bit too political : )))
>

Heather,

The implication came from several posts.

I am speaking of the money some folks are making selling various products,
selling written pieces, etc. which in their opinions support breastfeeding.
I don't know any LCs who can support their LC businesses without these
ventures.

Of course I do not support taking subsidies from companies who discourage
breastefeeding by product or deed.  Pump companies, baby product companies
and other businesses like those are the gray areas in my opinion - sorry that
was not clear.  That is where I feel all LCs and other lactation support
people must make individual decisions based on their own situations.

And I also agree - LCs should be able to make a handsome living off of their
lactation suppport skills.  And a tax break would be great too!

Lisa

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