Hi All

I have been wondering if anyone works closely with a breastfeeding Chinese
community?  I work  as a  hospital LC and I am constantly trying to work
with the women, who's culture and beliefs are so strong that they ask for
formula because they believe they don't have enough milk for their babies?
If  mothers request formula  it is given along  with a leaflet that explains
the risks, but the women still give the formula. W ith 15% of our birth rate
being used by this culture I am desperately trying to find ways to be the
baby's advocate. We do breastfeeding workshops, Have brochures written in
Mandarin, Korean, Chinese. Have free interpreter service,  Does anyone have
any more ideas that they are willing to share with me.



Sincerely

June Nicholls

IBCLC




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