Opinion: How I got over my baby formula sham
CNN
With the current baby formula shortage and continued societal pressure for women to breastfeed, it's important to remember breastfeeding does not happen in a vacuum and mothers should consider emotional, mental and physical well-being along with feasibility, Syra Madad writes.
"Breast is best" is a slogan often heard in obstetric clinics and maternity wards in hospitals. It's a way to encourage moms to breastfeed, as the nutritional value of breast milk is superior to any manufactured formula. But "breast is best" does not take into account the often difficult and challenging circumstances between wanting to breastfeed and not being able to for a variety of reasons.
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