the question isn't what to feed baby if mom isn't able to, the question is 
how can we enable moms, working or not, to breastfeed to the world average 
of 2-4 years!  In the USA we are lucky to get 2-4 weeks or 2-4 mo, and I'm 
not even talking exclusive here :-(

Yes, if mom is totally unable to breastfeed or pump sufficient amounts, the 
ideal is donor milk.  Making that happen won't be in my lifetime :-(  We too 
dependent, as a global culture, and rely on formula.  Convincing people in 
high places who could make extended leaves after a baby is born, or 
workplace nurseries, or decent hospital practices to ensure BF success are 
where our efforts need to go,  not arguing over whether or not formula is Ok 
after 6 mo ( or 10 mo etc).  We know, deep down, that breastmilk, especially 
directly from mom is best.
Pat in SNJ 

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