[Said while ducking under my table in preparation for the backlash] Her doctor *is* an idiot. And I would be happy to inform this mother of that fact. Though, in a moment of political correctness and professional protection, I might word it like this: "Well, those are the most idiotic comments I have ever heard. They do not reflect normal infant development in the slightest." Then I would ask if she would like a referral to doctor who DOES understand normal infant development and lactation. [Be gentle. it's Christmas!] Karyn-grace Clarke, IBCLC, RLC Registered Lactation Consultant Happy Tribe Consulting For milk makers, drinkers, and those who love them [log in to unmask] 250-739-3146 *********************************************** Archives: http://community.lsoft.com/archives/LACTNET.html To reach list owners: [log in to unmask] Mail all list management commands to: [log in to unmask] COMMANDS: 1. To temporarily stop your subscription write in the body of an email: set lactnet nomail 2. To start it again: set lactnet mail 3. To unsubscribe: unsubscribe lactnet 4. To get a comprehensive list of rules and directions: get lactnet welcome