In a message dated 97-01-08 13:31:36 EST, you write: << Does human milk contribute to a better balanced brain chemistry, or to better development that copes better with today's stress? >> I think Lisa is asking an excellent question. But we also have to ask about the *process* of breastfeeding and it's potential effect on mental health......is a baby who was fed with a propped bottle more likely to suffer depression as an adult? And what about babies who cry for long periods until the clock says it's feeding time? We will have a very hard time sorting all of this out, but it is important stuff. Nancy