Debunking Breastfeeding Myths

This chapter challenges the societal pressures and moral implications surrounding breastfeeding, arguing that mothers should prioritize personal circumstances over external expectations. It critically examines the purported benefits of breastfeeding, particularly for term infants, and highlights how these claims often oversimplify complex health issues. The discussion advocates for maternal autonomy and critiques the evolving narratives imposed by lactation consultants, emphasizing that breastfeeding is not an absolute indicator of better health outcomes.