Nursing Mother's Companion 8th Edition
The Breastfeeding Book Mothers Trust, from Pregnancy Through Weaning
by Kathleen Huggins
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Pub Date 12 Jul 2022 | Archive Date 6 Jun 2024
Quarto Publishing Group – Harvard Common Press | Harvard Common Press
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Description
Solve breastfeeding challenges quickly and safely with this beloved and reliable guide.
Breastfeeding is natural, but it can be challenging for new moms and their babies. Hospitals and doctors’ offices often do not have the time to respond to the many questions new moms have about nursing their babies—especially when hurdles arise on nights or weekends, as they inevitably do. This book fills the gaps, with accurate advice and a warm and wise tone.
The Nursing Mother’s Companion has been among the top two best-selling books on breastfeeding for more than 30 years, with more than 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, and is well loved by new parents for its encouraging and accessible style.
Kathleen Huggins equips breastfeeding mothers with the information 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 information on topics such as:
- 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 Mother’s Companion comes complete with “Survival Guides” set off by colored bands on the pages for quick reference, as well as appendices on determining baby’s milk needs in the first six weeks, and the safety of various drugs during breastfeeding.
You will also find an insightful foreword by Jessica Martin-Weber, creator of the popular website The Leaky Boob, and a preface by Kelly Bonata, creator of the go-to site KellyMom. These two much-loved authorities speak to the importance of owning an authoritative breastfeeding book that cuts through the jumble of opinions, information, and misinformation on the web.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781558329126 |
| PRICE | US$24.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 448 |
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Featured Reviews
Colleen O, Reviewer
As a IBCLC, RLC of 25+ years (now retired) I can say Kathleen Huggins's "Nursing Mother's Companion" is a book I have recommended to hundreds of women. This book's easy to use format written in a compassionate voice is the perfect book for mothers to be, or new mothers. It covers all the topics a new mom needs to know. From how to breastfeed, how and when to introduce foods, going back to work and pumping, as well as different ways to wean your baby. But the best part of this book, and the reason why I recommend it so much is because of this most important section. "How to survive", the first week, second week, and so on. A new mom just has a simple section to read for each new week. For any new sleep deprived mom who experiencing pain during feeding, and concerned about if their baby is getting enough to eat, to "is this normal". This book will be a lifesaver.
Kelsey V, Reviewer
Four babies in five years, and nursing was a BIG part of our plan. I wish I had this book at the beginning of my motherhood journey. It was absolutely beautifully written, and so informative. It wasn’t overwhelming but explained things so well. I loved the way it was laid out, and my husband enjoyed it and it helped him understand a lot of what I had been trying to put into words. I think every mom should leave the hospital with this book for that fourth trimester there is never enough help with. Wonderful book! Highly recommend to all moms!
Valerie A, Reviewer
Great resource
I very much value this book. As netgalley only provided an acsm format, I was forced to read on my phone, which was not very enjoyable, and thus only read the chapters that currently interest me most. I very much enjoyed these. Great information, presented in a precise and open manner. A great resource for breastfeeding mothers.
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