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Available early 2008 at:
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The Book


PHASE I: Things to Consider Before Birth
A positive nursing experience begins with proper preparation. The first six chapters empower mothers with step-by-step advice to prepare for breastfeeding success.

Thinking with a Breastfeeding Mindset
Finding a Breastfeeding-Friendly Doctor
Planning for a Gentle Birth
How to Hold Your Baby After Birth
Avoiding Separation After Birth
Bottle and Breast: Preventing Feeding Confusion

PHASE II: Beginning to Breastfeed Your Baby
The first weeks after your baby is born can be a confusing time. Both of you are learning how and when to breastfeed. The next five chapters provide advice so that you can successfully and happily navigate through this critical time.

The Signals That Will Let You Know When to Feed Your Baby
Getting Comfortable: How to Fit Together Perfectly for Feeding
How to Avoid Becoming Overwhelmed
How to Build A Strong Supply of Mature Milk
How to Know When Pain Is a Problem

PHASE III: Continuing to Breastfeed Comfortably
into the Future

As your baby grows and your breastfeeding relationship matures, you may have new questions about nursing. The following four chapters address the issues that mothers have as they continue to breastfeed their developing babies.

How to Maintain a Strong Supply of Milk
How Do I Do This In Public
Can I Eat My Favorite Foods? Dispelling Diet Myths
Yes, You Can Get Some Sleep

PHASE IV: Developing Your Own Happy Ending
Now that breastfeeding is part of your daily life, you may have questions about your future fertility, returning to work, and weaning your baby. The final four chapters address these modern day concerns.

How to Make Breastfeeding Compatible With Family Life
Combining Breastfeeding With Your Career
When Is the Right Time To Wean
First Baby Food: Choosing Healthy Options
 

 

   
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