12-13-97 Philadelphia Inquirer: More myths being perpetuated about breastfeeding. Why do people think that all breastfeeding women experience "cracked nipples, plugged milk ducts, embarrassing leaks, and blouses that gap over bulging busts"? Probably because these images are perpetuated in the media. In my opinion, these breastfeeding problems are not the norm, and indicate a need for breastfeeding help - or a larger size blouse. Lactation consultants are health care professionals skilled in the art and science of breastfeeding. Mother to mother support groups are everywhere and most mothers are easily helped to correct these problems, if they experience them. I wouldn't say that this bottle-fed generation is doing great. I see tons of health problems all around me. Surviving vs thriving is how I see it. And Dr. Buch, the pediatrician quoted in the article, has not been reading the same scientific literature as I have. Hopefully she will read and follow the new guidelines in her own professional journal. The extensive list of references at the end would make excellent reading. Laurie Wheeler, RNC, MN, IBCLC Louisiana Breastfeeding MediaWatch Violet Louisiana USA [log in to unmask]