Nina writes:

"I feel  I must weigh in as well, as this is a huge thorn in my side within 
my  profession and is something that will require published studies to 
change the  current belief system.  We, as speech pathologists are trained 
solely in  bottlefeeding as the norm.  Most SLP's do not have the training or  
expertise to understand the mechanics of breastfeeding, and how it is so very  
different from bottlefeeding, unless they have taken a particular interest 
in  BF and sought out the additional training in lactation.  This has come 
up  for me locally and I know is a problem in most settings.  I agree  
wholeheartedly with what others have said."
 
Ok, so now I don't feel like a rogue just giving my opinion. ( With so much 
 misinformation to deal with, one questions one's sanity daily.. It's 
always good  to get another, expert, opinion.) Thank you Nina for your more 
"insider"  perspective. I know as a PT I received nothing in terms of normal 
feeding,  breastfeeding, in school either. (And neither did the OTs, who were 
more likely  to work with those with feeding issues - we have Growth And 
Development lectures  together in our school.) I'm glad, Laura, you feel you have 
good information,  vetted, to share with this mom. 
 
Peace,
Judy  

Judy LeVan  Fram, PT, IBCLC, LLLL
Brooklyn, NY,  USA
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