So what are benefits of FF for baby?

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So what are benefits of FF for baby?
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Tue, 06-24-2008 - 12:56pm

Reading the post below - benefits to formula - made me think of a new question.


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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:14pm

"My reference was not that of thinking BF'rs are german nazi terroriststs! Seriously, way to take a meaning waaaaay out of context. i think you all knew what I meant and incase you didn't this IS what I meant. That you all gang up on ff'rs like an Army of rabid banshees and go on the attack when anyone tries to defend their opinions on FF."

Why would an army of rabid banshees use a swastika on their flag? If that is truly what you meant, then I don't know how anyone could have understood what you meant, since the swastika is associated with only one group or organization- the Nazis. Banshees, sadly, were never involved.

But I have to say I love the simile! Colleen, can I have a blinkie calling me a proud member of the army of rabid bf banshees?

"I want you to quote exact words where I said that."

I did. I even provided the link to the post where you said it. It was your first post in this thread.

"I was not comfortable with breastfeeding, and you ladies think it's selfish to not stick with it."

Definition of selfish, from Merriam-Webster online: "arising from concern with one's own welfare or advantage in disregard of others."

Sounds like your decision fits the bill. What is wrong with being called selfish? My baby is sitting in her bouncy seat playing with the attached toys because I want to be online. Is that a selfish decision? Of course. Is it wrong? Not in my opinion, since I hold her and give her attention a lot of the day otherwise.

"What makes you women superior to anyone because you breastfeed?"

I don't think that anyone has said this. When you asked for evidence that something has been said, I provided it. In turn, I ask that you provide evidence of your claim.

"There may be no medical benefit of FF, but it's a good alternative when your child needs to eat and the mother chooses not to breastfeed."

Actually, it's the only alternative if the mother chooses not to breastfeed or seek breastmilk from other sources (which can be very difficult and expensive).

"And not that it's anyones business, I had decided weeks ago to BF my second child (due in dec) while my husband is deployed, but you ladies make me not want to do it at all! So with all of your facts and opinions on breastfeeding, it's your attitude that turn people away from it!"

Again, I ask you- you're surprised that you don't get respect from people? You've admitted several times that breastmilk is the nutritionally superior food for your baby, but now you're thinking you might not give it to him or her just to spite us? Wow, that will really show us. I can just imagine myself come December, weeping and gnashing my teeth because you decided not to breastfeed just to spite me. Boy, you must think I've got a serious God complex if you think, come December, I will even remember who you are.

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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:18pm

"OK, why don't you tell me what you meant by swastikas? Do they make them out of sugar & spice, and everything nice these days? ;-)"

Look away, Betty Crocker! I'm about to share my recipe for Sugar Swastikas. Bring these to the party, and you'll have your friends shouting "Seig Heil!" Seriously, I have all kinds of cookie cutters, but none in the shape of the Nazi symbol.

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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:22pm
Oh, do tell! My baby shower is tomorrow, and DH is making a chocolate fountain. Sugar Swastikas would be the perfect dippers. ;-p

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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:24pm

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Can I ask where you have been meeting these "BFing advocates" who are so "baffled"? Every BF advocate I have ever met just wants to BF her own kids in peace. I have yet to meet one who was out there trying to make other women conform to her beliefs on BF. Last I checked, you actually have to seek out BF support groups and advocacy organizations in most communities; they aren't exactly hunting women down to preach to them about feeding choices. In fact, it's only when "that other Mom" starts sharing her "good reasons" for not BF that I have ever heard anyone try to offer advice or information to a non-BF mom.

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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:25pm

It's childish, really. "I'll do it just to spite you" (a bunch of women she's never met)...













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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:29pm

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But imagine the cool leather jackets we could have made for ourselves!

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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:31pm
With holes in the front for easy access? ;-)












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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:34pm

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OOooo you know I need another gang to join since Colleen kicked me out the the LST (Lactivist Storm Troopers).

 

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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:35pm
Of course! And a special inner lining for hands-free pumping on the go, so as not to interfere with your Harley riding.
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Fri, 06-27-2008 - 2:37pm
The LST's have *nothing* on us!
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