Kelly - When I first read the warning in your first post, it did cross my mind that it was a bit unfair that it's likely to offend FF mums, but that if they were to say so the topic would be locked.

But after reading what you just posted, I understand that it was simply an article to inform us of the nature of FF, and any argument against that.. ie pro-FF goes against the nature of this site, so isn't really welcome.

I agree there was propaganda in it, like the picture of the baby & bottle.. but propaganda is designed to draw attention and that's exactly what it's done.

I too feel judged for having such success at breastfeeding.. to the point where I dont' like to say that I've had no problems.. for fear of making other people defensive. The same goes for other gentle things I'm doing.. such as no CC. All these natural, gentle techniques go "underground" because other people who don't use them get defensive and throw very rude judgmental comments out there. Even my use of cloth nappies is almost a secret amongst my peers, because I got sick of the looks of horror.

So I actually applaud these articles putting it out there and setting matters straight where it's been distorted in the past. Misinformed mums have been encouraged to FF when they really could have breastfed.. but emotions and doubt caused them to give up too quickly for fear of starving their babies etc etc. Emphasis needs to be put on persevering and trusting our bodies and our babies. We trusted our bodies to grow the baby in the first place... and thats a far greater task if you ask me.