The answers may surprise you. Although breast-feeding is currently on the rise, many negative social stigmas still exist. Women who look to public opinion to make their decisions and to boost their self-esteem are often swayed by societal consciousness.
Most people pass along information with which they are the most comfortable.
Bottle feeding moms, for example, give out information praising the benefits of formula. They are often unaware of or forget to mention the negative aspects. Next time you are in the supermarket, take a walk down the baby isle. Pick up several cans of formula and read the labels. Almost universally you will see a form of sugar listed as the first or second ingredient.