Provides information and inspiration to encourage mothers to breastfeed. Discusses breastfeeding immediately after birth; avoiding sore nipples; finding support; returning to work; getting a good night's sleep; dealing with newborn jaundice; breastfeeding after a cesarean; deciding when to wean; starting solids; etc. Based on the experiences of La Leche League mothers.
"In the Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, you will discover how to prepare for breastfeeding during pregnancy, the effects on newborns of medications used during labor and delivery, how to maintain an ample milk supply, how to pump and store human milk, how to recognize and overcome common breastfeeding problems, breastfeeding a baby with special needs, how nursing mothers can exercise and lose weight safely, breastfeeding tips for the working mother, and current research on the benefits of breastfeeding, including improving your baby's IQ." "Filled with time-tested parenting information, along with personal stories from mothers, and fully backed by health care professionals."--BOOK JACKET.Title Summary field provided by Blackwell North America, Inc. All Rights Reserved