I've had 3 kids, #4 on the way, and with 2 out of my 3 so far I was able to breastfeed with no problems beyond the norm. My daughter couldn't feed due to her own health, not mine.
But why do the breast nazis act like they're saving the world by breastfeeding, and critisizing other women who don't or can't? It's not exactly the hardest thing in the world for most people, it's what nature intended. I personally found getting up in the middle of the night to make my daughter's bottles a damn sight harder than breastfeeding!
So who do these people think they are?
2007-12-13 23:31:09 · 13 answers · asked by Sam J 1 in Pregnancy & Parenting ➔ Newborn & Baby
I breast-fed and bottle fed my daughter, and I plan to do the same for this baby. I agree with you. I think women who think they're "better" because they breastfeed need to get a life. It is proven to be healthier, but the formulas on the market are almost as good, and it doesn't make you a bad parent to bottle feed. However, I do think that mothers should at least try, especially right after birth, since colostrum has so many immune boosters. If you can't, or it's not feesible after that point, more power to you!
2007-12-13 23:36:09 · answer #1 · answered by still waiting 6 · 1⤊ 6⤋
Wow. How do you really feel about these breastfeeders? I think I've met a few of the type you describe, but I would ignore their position or attitude. Only the mother knows her own child, and can reach her own decision, guided by her doctor, a nurse, or her friends. Good advice is close by, just like a bad attitude. Some mothers have no choice, having to go back in the workplace, and pumping enough for a full day is time consuming. I loved the 10 weeks I was able to nurse, but I would never criticize a mother who chose to bottle feed. You can make that time special, too, by holding the baby close, skin to skin, while nursing from the bottle. Enjoy your big family.
2007-12-13 23:44:18 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 1⤋
It's only a few who act like that. Why do people keep on asking rhetorical questions about them and being rude? Normally they only get upset when they come across idiots who don't/won't recognise the good points of breastfeeding and refuse to try, especially if it's for dumb reasons like vanity. It has been proven beyond a doubt that breast-feeding is by far the best thing to do to your infant, and I have no problem with people promoting it, some people will always go too far but in a lot of cases it's just because they are frustrated.
2007-12-13 23:34:47 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 9⤊ 0⤋
attempt to no longer understand her unfavourable comments. it is your baby, and you think of breastfeeding is what's ultimate for him/her. Your mom can't inform you what to do. She's had her hazard to feed her babies, now it is your turn. next time she comments approximately it, tell her that breastfeeding is extra healthy for the mum and the child. tell her you realize what's ultimate on your baby. Granted, formulation feeding is likewise super and is no longer volatile in any respect, it extremely is in simple terms much less extra healthy than breast feeding. i think of it extremely is super which you particularly elect to proceed with breastfeeding despite the fact that it is not straight forward at cases. save up with that power and it is often all nicely worth it in the top. good success!
2016-10-11 06:36:29 · answer #4 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Oh thank god someone sane!! I totally agree and guess what, I breastfed too! And yes I also formula fed from about 7-8mths. I hate those breastfeeding nazis that say you have to do it till the child is 2,3 4 years old and only wean when they want to etc.....and then they pull out the WHO recommendations and all that..
I don't judge women for formula feeding, however I do find it a little personally disturbing when women won't even try to feed even for the first few weeks to give bubs a start. But if a woman chooses to start formula feeding, who on earth really cares and who really has the right to pass judgement on her decision? Not me, not you, not anyone. I might have an opinion which is my right, but I and no-one has a right to judge that woman for her choice.
These women who point the finger and scowl at formula mums think they are better than everyone else and probably get a kick out of putting other mothers down to make their own ego feel bigger. Its all about feeding their own egos
I seriously wish that everyone could just praise each other for the great things they do as parents, the things we all do on a daily basis to care for our children and stop being so damn petty about the whole feeding thing.
No-one is better than anyone else! And that goes for formula mums bagging out breast feeding mums too.
Oh and don't get me started on the natural vs assisted or pain relief births!! Lol!
2007-12-13 23:52:02 · answer #5 · answered by Cindy; mum to 3 monkeys! 7 · 5⤊ 3⤋
Though I don't agree with the mothers who judge others because they choose not to or can't breast feed, they shouldn't be chastised for their ability and dedication to do so either.
Disregarding the health benefits; there are pros and cons to both. We should all just realize that the majority of the population does the best they can by their children.
2007-12-14 00:53:38 · answer #6 · answered by gypsy g 7 · 3⤊ 1⤋
Some moms can't breastfeed, and are insulted by others before they even have time to explain the reasons on why there not breastfeeding.
2007-12-14 00:31:30 · answer #7 · answered by bostonsportsfan 3 · 2⤊ 2⤋
If you start calling names, like "nazi", don't expect much respect from the other side.
This question probably comes after reading another from "Illyanas Mommy", well, forget about it, she's just a troll looking for attention, makes up false accounts and steals aliases of another members in a daily basis and should be reported.
If you want or have to formula feed, carry on and don't be so bothered about people's opinion, cause everybody is gonna have one.
2007-12-14 00:00:11 · answer #8 · answered by Pitusi 4 · 6⤊ 2⤋
i know how you feel , i couldn't do it with either of my children ,i did try for a time but they just wouldn't suck from me i was so stressed and the babies felt the stress too so i ended up bottle feeding both of them and never had a problem , but other people who could looked down their noses at me , always getting the sly digs in , at the end of the day its your baby , and you have to decide whats best for you , good luck with the new baby and if you can't breastfeed them its nothing to do with anyone else xx
2007-12-13 23:49:55 · answer #9 · answered by ♥BEX♥ 7 · 4⤊ 2⤋
YES...breastfeeding DOES/will/can play a huge part in saving the world
3 million formula fed babies lead to 450 million cans/glass in a landfill
dairy farms are very polluting
the fuel to transport the milk to the formula factory
the fuel to transport the containers to the formula factory
the fuel to make the formula
the fuel to transport the formula in those container to the store
in the USA alone nearly 4 billion dollars are wasted annually on formula fed babies (tax payers money)
breastfeeding fosters closer, safer and happier families
the list goes on
2007-12-14 00:47:15 · answer #10 · answered by ? 6 · 5⤊ 4⤋