> Please don't mock parents who choose to formula feed; there are many cases where it is preferable and/or necessary

And where have I done that? Formula is a fantastic invention that can specifically assist in very difficult situations.

But just as it is clearly inferior to take antibiotics daily because it is too inconvenient to wash one's hands ... so to is it clearly inferior to use formula when the mother is capable of breastfeeding, but can't be bothered.