I have attempted to discuss fact based breastfeeding information with MDs and
RNs for over twenty years.  In my experience, RNs very often respond in an
open-minded positive way and make wonderful and diligent efforts act on
newfound information.   I have watched attitudes change in nurseries.

Conversely, most MDs tend to do a diligent job of staring at their shoes.
(This is not doctor bashing, many of the were wearing VERY nice shoes.)

I tried desperately to write a sample letter for the LC who needed to correct
a doctor.  I was unable to find the correct tone.  Between and among MDs
there are often a small and honest differences of opinion about nursing and
medication or duration of breastfeeding, to give two examples.  Other
physicians seem to remain very comfortable with their ignorance of this
crucial area of neonatology, pediatrics and medicine in general.

Jay Gordon, MD, FAAP, IBCLC

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