How the Breastfeeding Versus Formula Feeding Debate has Fueled a Generation of Guilty Mothers Breastfeeding versus formula feeding. The two feeding options for mothers are often met with vitriol online by many who say breastfeeding is the only option. This pressure has left mothers feeling guilt over their decision to formula feed. Although, this was not always the case. The so called “milk-wars” began much earlier and is still pervasive today. Throughout history mothers have mostly breastfed, although early historical evidence indicates that other options were available to affluent mothers, such as wet nurses. Feeding vessels made from various materials such as…