Everyone has to make a personal choice, and we all realize that, but people who bash breastfeeders are uninformed. I have no problem with formula feeders - do what you need to do, but the SCIENTIFIC EVIDENCE is FAR in favor of breastfeeding. Just about the only edge formula has over breast is that bonding can happen with Dad, but that can be overcome with pumping and using a bottle. Yes, some people can't for a number of reasons, none of which are mine to judge, however, no one can argue that formula is better for the baby. No one that is informed, that is. And yes, there are jerks on both sides. I just get mad when people try to argue that formula is better. It just isn't. I fyou have to use it, then you do so, no problem, but don't say it's healthier!
2006-09-11 06:54:33 · 22 answers · asked by In Luv w/ 2 B, 1 G + 1 3 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I told myself that i was goin to breastfeed for a month and then switch to formula. I also told myself that I was goin to supplement with formula to start out with. But however, I have found that breastfeeding is HIGHLY rewarding to me and of course my baby. I know that I have something that NO ONE else in this world can possibly give my baby! And it is an INCREDIBLE bonding experience. And you can never understand how much breastfeeding really speeds up this process until you try it! I am a single mother raising this new baby ALL by myself. I had a friend stay with me for about 5 days after he was born and I have been by myself ever since. And this bond that me and my baby have got is about the only thing that has kept me goin!! And i do believe that BREASTFEEDING has alot to do with it. I HIGHLY encourage all new mothers to do it! And oh yeah, I am still breastfeeding and do not supplement at all!!
2006-09-11 07:48:14 · answer #1 · answered by miss nora 2 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I don't know where your getting your information from but everyone now a day's knows that the breast milk is far better than formula.
I felt ambushed when I ended up using formula on my babies. I breastfed for 3 weeks and couldn't do it any longer. I tried pumping and it just wouldn't work. Nothing but a few droplets would come out. I couldn't breast feed because it caused me so much pain and it seemed like my baby wasn't getting enough milk because 20 minutes later he was hungry again. I just had to stop. Once I started on the formula, it was a big relief. If I didn't have the problems I would have definitely continued to breast feed.
So many people would say negatives things to me because I was formula feeding.
I think either way, what ever choice a mother makes, no one should make her feel bad or insufficient as a mother.
2006-09-11 07:08:22 · answer #2 · answered by Tired-Mom 5 · 1⤊ 1⤋
I breastfed - still do - my son. I think the one I hear most often from formula feeders is that bottles are easier. I'm the type of person who enjoys staying at home with my child and hates washing stuff. So, if it is unnecessary, why cause more work for myself. That is one of the reasons (though, not the primary reason) that I chose to do it. It was the best thing for me, my baby, and my lifestyle.
My husband bonded just fine with my son who refused a bottle even though it had breast milk in it. Since I had to take all those late night feedings, my husband stepped in with the burping and the diaper changes.
So, I still haven't figured out how formula is better but then, I've never used it either. It is all really about what works best for each family.
2006-09-11 07:04:58 · answer #3 · answered by AlongthePemi 6 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Breast milk probably is better for baby.I chose to formula feed both of my kids.My first one i was 19 when i had him & for personal reasons picked formula.My now 14 mth old i tryed but he would'nt take to it & i was'nt sure i was comfortable enough to do it.I have never bashed breastfeeders or formula feeders.Feed your kid any way you want as long as they are being fed it is no ones bussiness how you do it.I don't see what the big deal is about what other people think.Do what you think is best for you & your baby & let other people do the same.I would like to add that my 5 yr old has been sick once in his life & he was bottle fed.My sister's 4 yr old was breastfed & she is sick with strep throat,fevers,colds & the flu once a month.
2006-09-11 11:23:00 · answer #4 · answered by hotmama 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bottle, its more convenient and less painful. You'll still have a bond with the infant. I had no choice but to bottle feed because my breasts were engorged and now I need a breast reduction. Not to mention but I could barely carry anything heavy because my back goes into spasms. I have a 6 y/o whose never gotten a cold in his life or the flu like I have, thank you thank you, and a 2 mnth old girl with no problems so far. My son favors me over his dad so he is a mamas boy! Oh yeah and both my kids slept through the night even my 2 month old and they did that at birth! Tell me again about breast fed babies. You do what you want with yours and let the rest of us make our own choices!
2006-09-11 11:09:04 · answer #5 · answered by Tammy 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Breastfeeding to some of these women is like a religion.. Except they're not bible pushers.. they are booby pushers.. It's all about personal choice.. If you want to breast-feed.. more power to ya' sister.. but I don't need to hear about it.. I don't need you to try and make me feel guilty if I chose to bottle feed. And don't get offended when women who bottle feed get defensive and throw it to you.
I have a 4 year old son.. He was born healthy at nine and a half pounds.. I breastfed him.. and guess what? He is now lactose intolerant, has asthma, allergies, has had 9 ear infections since birth and gets sick at the drop of a dime.. So what happened? Where's my healthy baby? My breast milk just must not have been as good as some other mothers.. Damn my boobs! he is however a VERY smart child.. and I credit that to GENETICS.. and the amount of time I spent teaching him and reading to him.. I highly doubt he would have been less intelligent had I formula fed him.
I often see these "why are you giving us breastfeeding mothers a hard time" questions.. and it is idiotic.. It in no way compares to the grief given to women who choose to bottle feed.
Just stop trying to push your boobies onto the rest of the world.. and we would all be fine...
2006-09-11 07:12:46 · answer #6 · answered by Legs 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Breast is definately best. I nursed my son for as long as I could (had to return to work). He and I made it through for almost 4 months before introducing formula. When he started on formula, he began to develop rashes and excema from the components in the formula. Because of this, he was started on solid food faster than his pediatrician would have liked, but his rashes were no where near as bad as they were when he was on formula.
His dad and I tried all kids: regular, soy, lactose free, nothing worked for him as well as mommy's milk.
2006-09-11 07:02:53 · answer #7 · answered by Meesh 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
A little petrol for the fire? I breastfeed. I prefer it. I've never had anyone attack my choice for doing so. And really, Dad can bond with baby regardless of whether or not Mom is breastfeeding. He can start before baby is born. And you're right, people formula feed for lots of reasons and unless the baby for some wild reason is allergic to breastmilk, breast is best.
2006-09-11 07:00:43 · answer #8 · answered by auld mom 4 · 3⤊ 2⤋
There is no evidence to support the "fact" that breastmilk will prevent all illnesses.As for intelligence ,intelligence is also based on genetics. not just breastmilk.Breastmilk may be best,but it is not a panacea for all infant problems.I remember reading a poster named kangaroo who claimed that breastmilk made infants smarter( evidence is just by a few points but it will not make someone of average intellligence a genius),that you never have to tell a breastfed child anything twice and homework will be a breeze.Someone else claimed it prevents the need for orthodontics.I believe this is also a genetic issue.Let's keep this real and not inflate breastmilk to a miracle cure for everything relate to infancy to childhood.
2006-09-12 04:29:58 · answer #9 · answered by gussie 7 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Breast. It's more natural and healthier. Fathers can bond in different ways, I don't see why that's even an issue. Of course that if, for whatever reason, a mother can't breastfeed, then the bottle will have to do.
2006-09-11 07:07:42 · answer #10 · answered by Ricardo P 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋