Breastfeeding Quote of the Day: Empowering the New Mother
January 10, 2008 by Angela White, J.D., breastfeeding counselor
Filed under breastfeeding, mothering, quotes and literature
The benefits to the new mother of immediate breastfeeding are innumerable, not the least of which after the weariness of labor and birth is the emotional gratification, the feeling of strength, the composure, and the sense of fulfillment that comes with the handling and suckling of the baby.
– Ashley Montagu, Touching: The Human Significance of the Skin
I totally agree that with the right preparation and support, that first breastfeeding session can be tremendously empowering. This quote reminds me of the flip side, though — how discouraging and emotionally difficult it can be for a new mother who feels uncertain about …read more
