Why are mums of formula fed babies so against Breastfeeding mothers?

Answer 1

Guilt. Breastfeeding is the best thing for a baby, short term and long term. Everyone knows this.

Answer 2

I am a mom that formula feeds and I have nothing against moms that breastfeed. I wanted to breast feed my son but it didnt work out for me. I did breastfeed my two other children for a short time though. I think some people are just offended at some of the women that just pop there breast out any where and start feeding without covering themselves up. I say good for you if you are breastfeeding. It is the best thing for a baby.

Answer 3

Because women are mean to each other!

I personally haven't seen formula moms against breastfeeding moms. I've seen Boob Nazis make formula moms feel like crap, though. I have three kids and breastfed them all. No problems at all. But the Boob Nazis were HORRIBLE! They came in my room, as I was successfully breastfeeding my child and started in with all the Nazi talk. I had them leave the room.

I would never presume to know the reason that a woman is not breastfeeding. Honestly, it would bother me to know that someone didn't b/f because they were worried about their boobs or if their husband didn't want to share. But again...we never know the circumstances.

Moms should stop trying to one-up and beat up other Moms. It's a hard enough job.

Answer 4

I believe just the opposite. I formula fed both of my sons and I always felt like breastfeeding mothers looked down on me. It is an individual choice of all mothers. My reasons were for my children ( needed to take medication that I did not want to pass on) but breastfeeding mothers told me i was selfish because "breast is best" I think every mother should be able to make that choice and not get scrutinized because of it!

Answer 5

That's quite a generalization. I formula fed my son and have nothing against mom's who breastfeed. I was uncomfortable breastfeeding when my son was born but kept trying. My doctor then advised me that the baby can sense when mom is not comfortable with it and will resist. I have friends who have breastfed and friends who have formula fed and have not once found this generalization to be true. I'm not sure where the answers about the mom's not wanting to share their calcium come from either?!?!?

Answer 6

In my case, it's the superior attitudes I'm against. I tried everything possible to nurse my preemie son (pumping, herbal supplements, prescriptions) but my milk never came in... so I give my son formula. You would not believe the nasty looks and comments I endure... even reading through the previous answers I'm being told that I'm "stuffed up and don't love (my) kid" and am "selfish". Heck, even the formula cans shout at me each time I prepare my son's milk, "breastmilk is BEST!"

Think about it, ladies: however you feed your child, you do it because it's the right choice for you and your family. The woman next to you who's using another method is doing so for the SAME REASON.

Answer 7

I think it's just a choice but I do see why some women might not want to breastfeed their babies. It probably has to do with their appearance, they probably think that by breastfeeding their breast would sag. And some women also think it is gross I don't know why they think that because breast milk is so much healthier for babies. Also I think if a mother is breastfeeding her baby in public she should cover up I hate when I see them showing everything. but that's my opinion!!!!!!

Answer 8

I think that may be a question based on some stereotyping.

I really wanted to breastfeed my son but he just wouldn't latch on and I just had to accept that (it was hard but I got over it). If anything, I commend mothers who can and do breastfeed.

I am sure some of the formula feeding mothers may be jealous or disgusted, depending on their situation; but not all of us feel that way.

Answer 9

i FF my 1st child after BFing for a few months.
i BF my 2nd child 100% and wouldn't FF again, by choice.
But i think its a mother's choice..i just wish everyone would BF. Thats what the milk is for. BFers shouldn't look down on others though.
Maybe some FF Mommas feel guilt?
I know i did.
Thats just me.

Answer 10

I strictly breast fed both my babies. My best friend absolutely refused to nurse her babes. I think she felt guilty about not nursing. We all know breast milk is the perfect food for babies; however, some women have an aversion to it.