Supporting the Transition from Breastfeeding: A Guide to Weaning for Professionals, Supporters and Parents

This guide provides birth workers and lactation professionals with the skills to help families navigate the emotional and physical challenges of weaning, using a compassionate, person-centered approach that prioritizes the needs of both mother and child.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 192 pages
Publication date: 21 February 2024
Publisher: Jessica Kingsley Publishers

This comprehensive and accessible guide is designed to equip birth workers and lactation professionals with the necessary skills to support families as they navigate the emotional and physical challenges of weaning. Using a compassionate, person-centered approach that prioritizes the needs of both mother and child, this pioneering resource delves into the emotional impact of weaning and provides practical guidance and expert advice tailored for professionals and parents alike. By facilitating complex decision-making processes and establishing healthy boundaries, this guide aims to enhance the well-being of families during this transformative journey.

Enriched with the voices of parents sharing their unique weaning experiences, this approach offers a much-needed empathetic perspective on the complex journey of weaning. Whether you are a birth worker, lactation professional, or a parent seeking support, this guide is a valuable resource that will help you navigate the challenges of weaning with compassion and understanding.

Weight: 292g
Dimension: 228 x 154 x 12 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781839977855