Hmmh,
 
I been lurking for months getting my son settled, finally moved into a new  p
ediatric practice.
 
I suppose using the term "nipple rape" is to get ones attention.  Well  it 
certainly got mine.
For me the word rape means an act of violence and power over women (and at  
times men).  Having personally experienced rape in my teens, I have a hard  
time relating my experience to the "nipple rape" being described.
 
Rape is a violent crime.  I am dismayed at the cavalier use of the  term 
"nipple rape."  
 
Touch is an issue.  Women's access to their babies post partum is an  issue.  
And sadly rape is a major issue for women worldwide as well as it  is used 
during war and conflict  and in peaceful areas to intimidate and  harm.
 
Hoping folks will consider this.
 
Best,
 
Pierrette Mimi Poinsett MD FAAP
Petaluma, California

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