Karen Mykietka writes
> What is the reasoning behind these programs? I understand that breast
> feeding is widely consider to be the better option (I believe so too) but
> some women do not have a choice. If we are going to promote infant health
> than we need to promote the health of all infants!
Karen, I was wondering why you believe some women don't have a
choice between breastfeeding and formula feeding? Perhaps the
solution is promoting breastfeeding, which gives the infant an
healthier start in life as well as saves the mother money (by not
purchasing formula).
Maryann Kusmirski, RN; BScN; IBCLC
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