As the mother of an 8 month old (fully breastfed, natch, and thriving, thank you very much), I *just* had the opportunity to participate in *the* survey. My first inclination was to write all over it and *express* myself--but then I realized it'd just be tossed out if I did, so I restrained myself and answered methodically. I also photocopied the survey, and am happy to make it available to anyone who is curious. No, it does not identify itself as being from a formula company. It comes w/ a cover letter from "The Research Institute of Mother and Child Care," which is signed by William M. Moore, M.D. The giveaway is the return address: Columbus, Ohio. The first question asks you to check off what your baby was fed at the following ages: in the hospital, 1 week, 1 month, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 months and yesterday. The options to mark off are: Breast milk first, fresh milk (defined as cow's milk), second and then 21 different brands (and/or compositions) of formulas. Finally, an "other" option. Then it asks about sample formula and the hospital stay (the assumption is that *all* babies are born in hospitals--I realize *most* are, but not *all* and not *mine*). Then it asks which "club" you belong to (you know, Welcome Addition Club, Special Delivery Club, etc. aargh!), then did you get any formula from your MD's office, ever receive formula in the mail, ever been on WIC. It finishes up w/ demographics. (It also asks your baby's doctor's zip code--do you think they'll track down my pedi, who I just got to throw away the "club" membership forms, and browbeat him into putting them back out?) Let me know if anyone wants their very own copy. Chan *************************** Believing is receiving! *************************** Chan McDermott, MPA, AAHCC Texas Department of Health Bureau of Nutrition Services Breastfeeding Promotion Section 512/406-0744; FAX: 512/406-0722 pmail: tdhwicsc/cmcdermott Internet: [log in to unmask]