In a message dated 5/11/99 4:40:28 PM Eastern Daylight Time,
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> When supporting or encouraging breastfeeding with religeous women, I
>  think some basic understanding of their belief system can be helpful:

Absolutely!  One of the ways we can combat Ezzo-type "Christian" parenting
advice is to know about the ways in which the christian churches regard
breastfeeding women.  As long as the discussion remains respectful of the
variety of individuals and belief systems represented by the LACTNET
membership, I'd say it belongs.

The information can only help us when we're talking to moms who have concerns
connected to their religious beliefs (and those who think that Ezzo-style is
the only "Christian" way to parent).

my $0.02,

Diane DiCarlo
Brooklyn, NY

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