On the benefits of breast-feeding

Thank you for bringing attention to the benefits of breast-feeding in “Feeding a Need” [April 11]. Any woman who is willing to go the extra mile by seeking out a breast milk donor is definitely in touch with the basic needs of her child.

Sadly, our society has made it too easy and casually acceptable to stick bottles filled with dead nutrients into our babies’ mouths. Yes, 5% of moms can’t breast-feed. But the other 95% can. There will always be “a reason” not to give a baby the best -- work, money, so on and so forth. No more excuses. It’s time to prioritize.

Breast-feeding is not a sacrifice. It’s Mom’s responsibility.

Kai Dallas

Lakewood