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I am an adoptee as well. I think breastfeeding is the best option for any baby unless there is a medical reason against it. The benefits of breastfeeding far outway any issue about it in most cases. I was not breast fed. My bio mom didn't think it was appropriate. I was 7 years old when placed for adoption so my amom did not breast feed me but I believe that she would have if I had been an infant. I am also an amom but I did not breat feed my daughter -- she was 21 months when she arrived home. She was also not breast fed from her mom for a very valid (life threatening) medical reason. I have heard and read and talked to my friends who have breast fed and the thing that they all mention is what a wonderful bonding experience it is. Now wouldn't it be wonderful for adopted children to have that same bonding experience?

Samantha