This is a question that I'm asked by many pregnant women and my answer often surprises them. Breastfeeding is a consensual relationship and not something that you *should* do or feel *obliged* to do against your will. However, if it's a relationship that you are interested in exploring then I'm happy to explain some of the reasons that I believe it to be a wonderful part of mothering as well as beneficial to both your and your baby’s health. The Science Bit When we examine