Lynn asks: <<I'm curious to know how some of you who feel that pacifiers aren't an option, would respond to this Mom in a way that lives within her means.>> Lynn [Note: my computer is acting up and I may be a little testy right now,] however, it sounds like you are describing what I consider to be a normal baby, unless proven otherwise, maybe some would consider a "high needs" baby. Wanting to be bf every 2 hrs around the clock and held by mom sounds right to me. You sound like you see it this way too, and I know this scenario, which can be exasperating. Of course, we often have to meet (i.e. accept) the mom where she is. You asked how I would respond in such a situation. I would NOT SUGGEST NOR IN ANY WAY ENDORSE the pacifier use or other fdg extending type practices. I would gently encourage the mom to "go with" the baby, I would continue to point out what I consider to be normal baby behavior and good bf practices. I would give the reasons. If she decides to use the pacifier, give supplementary bottles, or to put him on a schedule, it would not be at my suggestion. I would not be rude or condescending, however I would not give it my endorsement. Laurie Wheeler, RN, MN, IBCLC Violet Louisiana, s.e. USA _____________________________________________________________________________________ Get more from the Web. FREE MSN Explorer download : http://explorer.msn.com *********************************************** The LACTNET mailing list is powered by L-Soft's renowned LISTSERV(R) list management software together with L-Soft's LSMTP(TM) mailer for lightning fast mail delivery. For more information, go to: http://www.lsoft.com/LISTSERV-powered.html