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Virginia says:
I've mentioned this on Lactnet before. I wonder how breastfeeding rates,
especially exclusive breastfeeding rates, in China in 2013 (when they are
available) will compare with rates five years ago. Who is protecting
breastfeeding against this rampant trade? I'm angry about my country's increasing
role in spreading the use of breastmilk substitutes round the world, and
lauding this as "marketing" and "trade". In the 19th century it was opium
that was aggressively promoted as "trade" by European powers (long story).
Trade is not necessarily benign, whether on individuals or recipient economies
- as these examples remind us.
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We had a Chinese physician in our course last month and she said that the
breastfeeding rates in China are abysmal. Slightly better in rural parts
than in the cities. She estimated it was around 13%, and all babies are
supplemented with formula. We didn't have time to explore all the nuances of
that, but she said there really isn't anyone there to talk about
breastfeeding. She is hoping that when she goes back to China in the next couple of
years that she will be able to make an impact in her city.
Jan Barger, RN, MA, IBCLC, FILCA
Lactation Education Consultants
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