Man Attempts to Produce Breastmilk
Wednesday, December 2nd, 2009By Glinda
And all he got was some sore boobs.
Yeah, been there, done that, dude.
It seems Ragnar Bengtsson flew completely beneath my radar when it was announced that the 26 year old student was attempting to produce enough milk to breastfeed his child. He was pumping at 3-hour intervals every day, hoping to stimulate lactation.
I had no idea that it was even possible for men to lactate, although it is normally something that occurs when undergoing specific types of hormone therapy. And even then, at most they produce only a drop or two, not nearly enough to feed a hungry infant.
Mr. Bengtsson began his quest for milk in order to promote a better “bonding” experience with his child and future children. I sort of applaud his intent, if not perhaps agreeing with his method. He is quoted as saying, “Anything that doesn’t do any harm is worth trying out.”
We won’t count the sore boobs as harm, right Mr. Bengtsson?