In a message dated 10/29/98 3:28:48 PM Eastern Standard Time, [log in to unmask] writes: > When are > the Pedi's going to educate themselves on this issue, so they don't "First > do > no harm". When? When mothers begin suing them documented medical malpractice leading to permanent harm (cessation of breastfeeding). In no other area of medicine is gross incompetence tolerated as it is in human lactation, a recognized specialty. Helath care providers need to be held accountable for their actions with regard to breastfeeding advice, treatment, and lack of knowledge. Until they are, there will never be any large-scale changes. Katie Allison Granju Knoxville, TN