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You know, if parents can find the time (and patience) to do this successfully, then more power to them. I personally wouldn't even try. But I'd never criticize those who do.
Unless someone's hurting/neglecting their child(ren), they should be able to parent however they deem most appropriate. If that means no diapers, great. If that means breastfeeding (even in public), great.
This kinda reminds me of the hospitals in New York that are now banning the use of bottles for the babies in their nursery. Yes, breastmilk is best. But, that doesn't mean formula is dangerous and should be avoided at all costs. Some women physically cannot breastfeed. And it sucks that they're made to feel incompetent as a mom (when they're already at their most vulnerable) because they use formula. At least they're feeding their children appropriate stuff!
Yikes. Didn't mean to get on a soapbox about that. It just really irks me when people - strangers - feel the need to tell others how to raise their children.
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