A mother tells you she plans to nurse her baby, but only for the first week because after that there's really no benefit. Your best response is:

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Active listening helps build a trusting relationship with a doula client. While many women have heard about the benefits of breastfeeding, myths do persist. Opening up the conversation by validating the mother's statement allows you the potential opportunity to dispel those myths. Responding with judgmental statements closes down communication. Incidentally, the benefits of breastfeeding continue for as long as the baby is nursing - whether that's for one week, one year or more.

A Mother Tells You She Plans to Nurse Her Baby