As for method of feeding, I grew up surrounded by breastfeeders, so it was always normal to me. My youngest two brothers were mixed fed (and are arguably the brainiest of the lot!) and I remember making up bottles and feeding them. It was fun for a child, but a faff for my mum. I never considered formula feeding really, apart from when my hungry son was 3do and my nipples were feeling bruised. I liked how convenient it sounded, and cheap! My daughter was harder to get going than my son, who came out knowing what to do. I've saved £££s over two kids.
Bf is a lot of work in the beginning for more convenience once you're established. I'd say the first 6-8 weeks can be testing, and many women give up by 6 weeks because they can't see the end. Once feeding is established however, it's as easy as whopping a boob out whenever it's needed. No washing up required, brilliant for the slightly lazy amongst us, haha.