[Augie76]

I would probably remove the word "manufactured" from my previous post if I could write it over. I just am bothered when I see babies with bottles propped or have the bottle handed back to them after it falls on the floor.

I understand that formula has saved the lives of many babies who would have died in earlier eras. I guess I just have a bad impression of the formula companies that circle like vultures and do anything they can (free samples, diaper bags with logos) to sabatoge a nursing mother's best efforts.

Best wishes to you and your little one.

[exnavychick]

Cool. :) I understand and agree, especially as far as the formula companies go, and I cannot understate the importance of good support when trying to start breast-feeding. It can make or break you. :)

Thanks for clarifying, and for your kind words. Sorry if I came across harshly myself...can you tell I'm not entirely comfortable with my decision? LOL The guilt gets ya, sometimes.

FRiends? (LOL!)

[Xenalyte]

I'll go y'all one better.

My sister was allergic to our mother's milk, and to all formulas. The only thing she could hold down for the first six months was goat milk.

Talk about a rancid-smelling baby! (This was in the '70s, for the record. I think formulas are improved now.)