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[d000hg]

How likely is a woman who is a heavy substance abuser to breast feed?

Breast feeding is not the main way of feeding babies in the UK unless you are in certain demographics. (Most of the women on here would fall into those demographics.)

I'm not sure how relevant this is to the question. It might not be the norm but there are certainly drug users and alcoholics who breastfeed - for one thing it's a lot cheaper than formula so this leaves more money for substances.

[SueEllen]

I'm not sure how relevant this is to the question. It might not be the norm but there are certainly drug users and alcoholics who breastfeed - for one thing it's a lot cheaper than formula so this leaves more money for substances.

Well if you know any and have proof report them to social services. Though don't be surprised if social services have them on their radar anyway.

[NotAllThere]

What a hear breaking story. Poor couple. The horrific outcome they are having to deal with and then have to argue to detail over and over again because of the legal situation. I mean, 'wait until the heartbeat has stopped'. Jesus wept. What a conversation to be having with them at that time.
I'm absolutely rubbish with people and empathy but I couldn't even bear to finish reading the article.

In another article, one of the chief Maltese doctors, interviewed by Maltese TV, questioned the validity of her attending doctor's decision and interpretation of the law.

[d000hg]

Well if you know any and have proof report them to social services. Though don't be surprised if social services have them on their radar anyway.

So it is considered abuse as far as you're aware?