"The risks (as already mentioned by others) of PND? "

I think it is important to say that current evidence suggests breastfeeding mothers are less likely to have PND. Just as an aside.....often it is the whole experience of having a new baby and what comes with that that are likely to cause PND, not just 'breastfeeding'.
I do not agree with making breastfeeding compulsory, despite being pro-breastfeeding. I think women should know more about the choice they are making and options like 'donor milk' should be available to all breastfeeding mothers. It is much more easier I would think to discuss the risks of formula feeding (not to offend, just stating a fact) when you have a viable safe alternative for mothers.

Education and support are by far so important to give to mothers and if, a mother has made the choice after everything, to formula feed, that choice should be supported. I do believe women can still be pro-breastfeeding and encourage others to do the same, even if their journey has lead them to use formula.

Giselle, is obviously high on the exquisiteness that a breastfeeding relationship can bring to many women. The good thing that it has brought up is the lack of choices available for women and access to education and support and other recommendations such as donor milk. That part, can hopefully lead to good discussions and the possibility of change..
This!

I am concerned that breastfeeding and the effort to continue is linked to PND. Surely this is an example of lack of support.

Yes I spent the first 12 weeks with my boobs out, dripping milk, often crying and feeling crap. I did no housework, I stayed home a lot, I lamented my lost 'life'. But this is motherhood in the western world isn't it? Isolated, alone, feeling inadequate, unable to care for the baby.

Its called lack of support and that's why forumla is more available. Its easier than supporting mothers, than creating a milk bank, than rallying and possibly feeding someone elses baby so the mum can get a break.

Many women CAN'T breastfeed in our society, but making it compulsory ain't gonna change a thing.

Its total revolution people. That's what we need!