La Leche League International

Underscores the benefits of breastfeeding for babies and mothers and presents helpful information and counsel on procedures, special circumstances, nutrition, and weaning.

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding

Julie Stock

Nancy Mohrbacher

This book is the definitive resource for those who are dedicated to helping mothers breastfeed. Highlights 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 can be used to help mothers establish and enjoy a satisfying breastfeeding relationship with their babies. Available in hard cover, on CD-ROM, or as a set of both. To order, contact La Leche League International, 1400 N. Meacham Rd., Schaumburg IL 60173; by phone at 847-519-9585; or online at www.lalecheleague.org. Mention code BPA04.

The Breastfeeding Answer Book

Newly revised and updated, this 35th-anniversary edition of the big book on breast-feeding is a comprehensive resource guide, providing all of the information new mothers need about how--and why--to breastfeed their babies. Step-by-step guides for the early months, common concerns, problems, and weaning are included. Additional sections on general nutrition, sleep issues, going back to work, discipline, and fathering are also useful for the breast-feeding mother. De reciente edición y actualizada, esta obra clásica contiene las investigaciones más recientes sobre los beneficios de salud que brinda la lactancia, además de resultar un invaluable apoyo, aliento, y guía para los nuevos padres. Madres recientes encuentran información sobre cómo prepararse durante el embarazo para amamantar, cómo mantener una producción abundante de leche, cómo amamantar a un bebé con necesidades especiales, y consejos útiles para la madre que trabaja fuera de casa. Respaldada por profesionales de la salud, esta obra resulta un excelente manual para los padres que desean comprender y satisfacer las necesidades de su bebé.

El Arte Femenino de Amamantar

WOMANLY ART OF BREASTFEEDING THE.

Diana West

Teresa Pitman

Linda J. Smith

Diane Wiessinger

Sweet Sleep is the first and most complete book on nights and naps for breastfeeding families. It’s mother-wisdom, reassurance, and a how-to guide for making sane and safe decisions on how and where your family sleeps, backed by the latest research. It’s 4 A.M. You’ve nursed your baby five times throughout the night. You’re beyond exhausted. But where can you breastfeed safely when you might fall asleep? You’ve heard that your bed is dangerous for babies. Or is it? Is there a way to reduce the risk? Does life really have to be this hard? No, it doesn’t. Sweet Sleep is within reach. This invaluable resource will help you • sleep better tonight in under ten minutes with the Quick Start guide—and sleep safer every night with the Safe Sleep Seven checklist • sort out the facts and fictions of bedsharing and SIDS • learn about normal sleep at every age and stage, from newborn to new parent • direct your baby toward longer sleep when he’s ready • tailor your approach to your baby’s temperament • uncover the hidden costs of sleep training and “cry it out” techniques • navigate naps at home and daycare • handle concerns from family, friends, and physicians • enjoy stories and tips from mothers like you • make the soundest sleep decisions for your family and your life Advance praise for Sweet Sleep “Chock-full of advice and information . . . The editors smartly break the information into digestible bits organized by topics and age ranges. And for any parent desperate for an uninterrupted few hours of sleep, the advice is worth the read. Sweet Sleep includes extensive information on creating a safe sleep space, helping children learn to sleep on their own and defusing criticism of your family’s choices. . . . This book is nothing but supportive of whatever your choices are about nursing and sleeping.”—BookPage “An essential guide for parents . . . detailed, practical advice on bed sharing and breast-feeding, with basic guidelines for safe bed sharing outlined in seven steps.”—Publishers Weekly

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