"The parents who choose to feed ABM should bear the responsibility for purchasing the formula, bottles and pacifiers of their choice, bring them along to the hospital when they deliver.  The parents should be responsible for preparing and feeding their own baby from the "get-go."  

It is my understanding that this is what happens in NSW - and usual discharge is <24-48hrs pp.  (72 for c-section)

Nina Berry
australia

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