[katupatree]

When our first child arrived in our household almost three months earlier than planned we had no other choice but to get out the formula and bottle feed. Now with another arrival on the way my husband and myself are confused regarding the best method to feed a baby - breast or bottle? Some of our friends and family tell us that breast feeding, among many other benefits, strengthens a bond between mother and child. Is this true? Am I cheating my child of a happier and more balanced life if I choose to bottle feed? Our main priority is of course our childs health and well being, however, the idea of bottle feeding, perhaps in my mind from previous experience, seems so much easier and more flexible than breast feeding.