Need help with a survey

[Agatha_Ann]

I was randomly chosen by our state department of health to participate in a survey regarding health during pregnancy and infant health. It was a pretty extensive survey, but it only had 6 questions about breastfeeding. It does however ask for participants to include any additional information we would like. I am wanting to write about breastfeeding support for pregnant women and new mothers, including the need for education, lactation consultants, no formula diaper bags, nurses offering formula at the hospital, etc.

I don't know that it will make any difference at all, but I would like to take advantage of this oppurtunity to make my voice heard. Any suggestions?

Thanks!

[julie128]

Did you obstetrician talk with you about breastfeeding while you were pregnant? One of the biggest things that encourages breastfeeding is if their ob talks with them about bf around 5-6 months about the benefits of breastfeeding and risks of formula. I'd include something about telling ob's to discuss the topic at the five month visit. It can be a 3 minute thing that includes a handout on local resources. What do you think?