In a message dated 4/26/01 10:59:37 PM Central Daylight Time,
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> I work with a totally different population of working mothers, women who
> work to put a roof over their heads, food on the table and clothes on the
> kids.  I'm supportive over every little bit of breastfeeding they can do.
> I rail at a system that forces them to return to work when baby is 4, 6 or
> 8 weeks.  I know that isn't long enough, but that's what they've got!  We
> have to work with them where they are, help them be creative and make BF
> last as long as possible.
>
> Sincerely, Pat in SNJ
>

How I long for some of the systems I hear of in some European countries in
the US!!  I wish I could feel like there were more tangible ways to make
progress in this department beyond helping local Moms with BFing.

Cheryl Taylor White
Oklahoma City, OK

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