Nursing Mother's Companion 8th Edition: The Breastfeeding Book Mothers Trust, from Pregnancy Through Weaning

The Nursing Mothers Companion is a beloved and reliable guide for new moms who want to breastfeed successfully. It provides accurate advice and a warm and wise tone, and is respected and recommended by professionals. The 8th edition includes information on coping with obstacles, incorporating a nursing routine, treating postpartum headaches and nausea, weaning, and introducing solid foods. It also includes "Survival Guides" and appendices on determining babys milk needs and the safety of various drugs during breastfeeding.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 456 pages
Publication date: 21 June 2022
Publisher: Harvard Common Press,U.S.

Breastfeeding is a natural and beautiful journey for new moms and their babies, but it can also be challenging. Hospitals and doctors offices often lack the time and resources to address the many questions and concerns new moms have about nursing their babies, especially when hurdles arise at night or on weekends. This book fills the gaps, offering accurate advice and a warm and wise tone. The Nursing Mothers Companion has been a top-selling breastfeeding book for over 30 years, with over one million copies sold. It is respected and recommended by professionals, including The International Lactation Consultant Association, Dr. T. Berry Brazelton, and The American Academy of Pediatrics. It is also beloved by new parents for its encouraging and accessible style.

Kathleen Huggins, a renowned breastfeeding expert, equips breastfeeding mothers with the knowledge and skills they need to overcome potential difficulties and nurse their babies successfully from the first week through whenever they choose to wean. This fully updated and revised 8th edition provides comprehensive information on various topics, including:

How to cope with breastfeeding obstacles and challenges

Incorporating a nursing routine into a working life

Treating postpartum headaches and nausea

Weaning, and introducing solid foods

Expressing, storing, and feeding breast milk

How to choose and use a breast pump, with details on specific models

Nursing Mothers Companion also includes "Survival Guides" set off by colored bands on the pages for quick reference. Additionally, appendices provide valuable information on determining babys milk needs in the first six weeks and the safety of various drugs during breastfeeding.

Furthermore, an insightful foreword by Jes adds to the value of this comprehensive guide.

By using The Nursing Mothers Companion, new moms can feel confident and supported in their breastfeeding journey, knowing that they have the tools they need to overcome any challenges and provide the best nutrition for their precious babies.

Weight: 1012g
Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781558329126
Edition number: Eighth Edition, New Edition