Womanly Art of Breastfeeding : Completely Revised and Updated 8th Edition by La Leche League International (2010, Trade Paperback)

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PublisherRandom House Publishing Group
ISBN-100345518446
ISBN-139780345518446
eBay Product ID (ePID)79660009

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Edition8
Book TitleWomanly Art of Breastfeeding : Completely Revised and Updated 8th Edition
Number of Pages576 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year2010
TopicParenting / General, Pregnancy & Childbirth, Breastfeeding
IllustratorYes
GenreFamily & Relationships, Health & Fitness
AuthorLa Leche League International
FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height1.1 in
Item Weight27.4 Oz
Item Length9.1 in
Item Width6.1 in

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LCCN2010-014031
TitleLeadingThe
SynopsisThe revised go-to resource on breastfeeding that mothers have relied on for generations! La Leche League has for many years set the standard for supporting families in the art of breastfeeding. This new edition brings that support to today's parents, with up-to-date information, new illustrations, and stories from mothers, fathers, and grandparents around the world sharing their own experiences. What's inside? - Why breastfeeding matters - Getting started--feeding cues and nursing positions - Life with your breastfed baby - Managing common challenges--new research - Going back to work--expressing and storing your milk - Sleep (and how to get more of it), starting family foods, and weaning La Leche League is here to help you meet your breastfeeding goals, whether you're planning to breastfeed for a few weeks or a few years. This book puts information at your fingertips, ready to help you when you need support at any point on your breastfeeding journey., The long-awaited revised edition It's no secret that breastfeeding is the normal, healthy way to nourish and nurture your baby. Dedicated to supporting nursing and expectant mothers, the internationally respected La Leche League has set the standard for educating and empowering mothers in this natural art for generations. Now their classic bestselling guide has been retooled, refocused, and updated for today's mothers and lifestyles. Working mothers, stay-at-home moms, single moms, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the book's range of nursing advice, stories, and information--from preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy to feeding cues, from nursing positions to expressing and storing breast milk. With all-new photos and illustrations, this ultimate support bible offers - real-mom wisdom on breastfeeding comfortably--from avoiding sore nipples to simply enjoying the amazing bonding experience - new insights into old approaches toward latching and attaching, ages and stages, and answers to the most-asked questions - strategies for moms who choose to breastfeed for a short time or who plan to nurse for a year or more - reassuring information on nursing after a C-section or delivery complications - recent scientific data that highlight the many lifelong health benefits of breastfeeding - helpful tips for building your support network--at home or when back at work - nursing special-needs infants, premies, multiples, and how to thrive no matter what curveball life throws - guidance on breast health issues, weight gain, day care, colic, postpartum depression, food allergies, and medications Plus--Internet references for further information, including La Leche League support sites and groups. Mothers bringing babies into a new world want sustainable, healthy, positive ways to help their children blossom and thrive. There is no better beginning for your baby than the womanly art of breastfeeding., The revised go-to resource on breastfeeding that mothers have relied on for generations! La Leche League has for many years set the standard for supporting families in the art of breastfeeding. This new edition brings that support to today's parents, with up-to-date information, new illustrations, and stories from mothers, fathers, and grandparents around the world sharing their own experiences. What's inside? * Why breastfeeding matters * Getting started--feeding cues and nursing positions * Life with your breastfed baby * Managing common challenges--new research * Going back to work--expressing and storing your milk * Sleep (and how to get more of it), starting family foods, and weaning La Leche League is here to help you meet your breastfeeding goals, whether you're planning to breastfeed for a few weeks or a few years. This book puts information at your fingertips, ready to help you when you need support at any point on your breastfeeding journey.
LC Classification NumberRJ216.W72 2010

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  • Amazing help

    Every new Mom should read and have this book. Breastfeeding is so important both physically and emotionally and it is tough to do with out support. This book has amazing information and could help the new Mom to seek a LaLeche group close to her!

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  • Breastfeeding

    I bought this book for my daughter who is expecting soon. I had it when I was a new mother and it saved me from a lot of problems & explained many issues with easy fixes. Whatever you need to know about breast-feeding is in this book!

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  • Breastfeeding success

    The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding encourages the natural feeding of a newborn. The wealth of information helped me succeed 38 years ago and is helping a family member now.

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  • A must-have for mothers who breastfeed

    I own this book. I have purchased many more for new and expecting mothers as gifts. It is a must-have for those who are breastfeeding. It is supportive and encouraging.

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  • Great resource book for new moms, experienced moms, providers and midwives, CLCs, L&D nurses & more!!

    Great resource book for new Mommas, experienced Moms, L&D nurses,midwives, providers, CLCs, doulas, and more!

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  • For Breast Feeding the #1 Book to get!................

    So much valuable collection of Information to offer those Interested In the art of Breastfeeding you wont regret it!

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  • Packed with Information!

    This book was much thicker than I had expected and is loaded with great information.

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  • Best Education!!!

    I was a young nursing mom in 1975 till 1991.Now @72, I still buy & give copies to mothers to be. Education is the best tool to help a new mom to successfully nurse & nurture her babies!!!

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  • Great Buy!

    Great book and great price!

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  • Womanly Art of Breatfeeding

    Best book for women wanting to breastfeed their babies.

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