Judging from the level of intensity of the birth stories that are coming out here on Lactnet...a list for lactation.....it is amazing to me that more people don't get the connection between a positive birthing experience which strengthens women, and lasts through their lifetime.. (as opposed to one that doesn't...one that saps the energy and contributes to low self esteem that is already so prevalent.).. and later breastfeeding outcomes... After 2 medicated hospital births, I am eternally grateful for my last daughter's birth into this world in the home I sit in now...4 years ago this Friday. It sure was hard work, and I will never ever forget the feeling of Yes, I can do this, that came with it. Not to bore you all with the details, on this list that is meant for lactation..but it was truly a life changing experience for me. I am proud and wistful at recalling this... Kathleen Kathleen B. Bruce, BSN, IBCLC, LLLeader Co-Owner Lactnet, LLLOL, Corgi-L LACTNET WWW site: http://www.mcs.com/~auerbach/lactation.html "We read to know we are not alone." Shadowlands, C.S. Lewis