Who Knew?

I've long been appalled at the lack of knowledge displayed in the state of Oklahoma regarding breastfeeding. This was mostly due to my exposure to small-town Oklahoma...here in the city there is more support for it, but some are still woefully unaware.

I was recently given a small card with Oklahoma's breastfeeding laws on it, and the health department website and phone number. Today I looked up the website and found it suprisingly good. Not only is the Health Department working to promote and encourage breastfeeding but they have a variety of good links and resources right there on the website.

I was also happy to see that businesses can fill out a form and recieve a decal to display, letting moms know that they are 'breastfeeding friendly.' Considering the uproar that public breastfeeding has caused in some locations I think it's a smart move for the state to be so open about their intentions toward breastfeeding mothers.

I like to criticize Oklahoma for sport at times, but today I'm proud to live here. Here's hoping that all these good intentions will find their way to the public in the form of education and real support.

The website, for my fellow Oklahomans.