The breastfeeding answer book

Mohrbacher, Nancy. (Author). Stock, Julie. (Added Author). La Leche League International (Added Author).

Record details

ISBN: 9780912500928
ISBN: 0912500921
Physical Description: print
xvii, 680 pages : illustrations ; 29 cm.
Edition: thir revised edition.
Publisher: Schaumburg, Illinois : La Leche League International, 2003.

Content descriptions

General Note:

Revised and updated, the Breastfeeding Answer Book is the definitive resource for those who are dedicated to helping mothers breastfeed. Highlights of the third edition include new approaches to positioning and latch-on, information on the use of prescription and herbal medications to increase milk supply, new illustrations of breast structure and how the breast functions as reflected in the research of Dr Peter Hartmann, and information on breastfeeding in emergency situations. This guidebook, which also explores controversial issues such as vitamin D supplementation of the breastfed baby and new treatment options for damaged nipples, can be used with confidence to help mothers establish and enjoy a satisfying breastfeeding relationship with their babies.

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Giving effective breastfeeding help -- The breast and how it works -- Breastfeeding basics -- Positioning, latch-on, and the baby's suck -- Fussy at the breast and breast refusal -- Weight gain -- Starting solid foods -- Weaning -- Expression and storage of human milk -- Employment and breastfeeding -- Newborn jaundice -- Prematurity -- Health problems - baby -- Multiples - breastfeeding twins, triplets, or more -- Relactation and induced lactation -- Pregnancy and tandem nursing -- Sexuality, fertility, and contraception -- Nutrition, weight loss, exercise, and personal grooming -- Nipple problems -- Breast problems -- Health problems - mother -- Drugs, vitamins, vaccines, and diagnostic tests -- Supplements -- Transfer of drugs and other chemicals and human milk -- The use of breast pumps and other products -- Appenix.
Includes bibliographical references and index.