I will concede that there is severe hypocrisy regarding breastfeeding in America.

On the one hand, it is shunned in public places. On the other, it is expected to come naturally to every woman who bears a child.

Also, there are two camps: Side A -the La Leches, who believe that if you don't breastfeed you are a horrible mother vs. Side B - some women just aren't able to breastfeed for myriad reasons: time, ability, health, work...the list could go on.

I was fortunate that I was able to breastfeed my children. It didn't always go smoothly. When I first started with my first child, the lactation nurse was a little too gonzo and wanted me to nurse for 10 minutes on each side. I hurt so bad that I cried. It takes a lot of patience and guidance. I was lucky I had all the time I needed.

Breastfeeding is definitely a personal choice. But I often wonder how much healthier we would be if we bottled and sold breast milk. Don't laugh! Think of the logic of such a premise!

I would like to expound more but my son just called and I have to go.

Have at it, yall!