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Summary: if you are going to own one book about breastfeeding...
Review: this is the one to own!my mom harassed me into going to my first la leche meeting, and i went so that she would stop bugging me. it was great, and from that experience i was introduced to this book. wab enabled me to empower myself with knowledge. when the nurse told me i could not nurse because i had a c section, i knew that i could, and pushed it. i knew what a successful latch might look like, and i knew the importance of getting positioning and latch right for us. we still had some challenges, but what wab taught me was that i could be successful. i love the stories from moms that make up a part of the book. now, as a la leche leader, i use this book as one of my resources when helping moms online or on the phone. if moms want more detail than the book provides, calling a local leader can be helpful. there is information in the book which can lead moms to resources.
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Summary: A Big "Yes You Can" to breastfeeding
Review: in the midst of a world full of horror stories and negativity. I am trying for a baby and I plan on breastfeeding at least the first year, and it seems like every time I turn around, I hear from some mother how awful it is and how I'll give it up after the first few weeks. I also can't count the number of times I've heard the words, "I tried, but I didn't have enough milk". I know now that more than likely, the particular mother I talked to had plenty of milk, but not enough SUPPORT. Also, everywhere I go, I see little babies with bottles in their mouths, and it makes me wonder if breastfeeding truly is so horrible that everyone gives it up. This book is a reminder that other women have nursed their babies successfully, despite very trying difficulties, so I probably can, too. Every time I'm feeling discouraged or have a question, I pick up this book. My question is always answered, and my confidence always restored.
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Summary: Great for information but not realistic for working mothers
Review: I appreciated the basic information offered in the book and thought it dealt with my breastfeeding questions. It is a strong text for emotionally supporting a breastfeeding mother. However, when reality is that you are a working mother and also have a toddler to chase I didn't find the book helpful. It presented issues idealistically rather than realistically - breastfeeding takes a lot of time (when you have to pump, store, etc.) and a strong commitment from the entire family. I would have preferred that they own up to this in the book and dealt with it from this angle rather than just the emotional and technical side of breastfeeding (although they did this quite well)
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Summary: It got me through bedrest
Review: This book made the dull months that I spent on bedrest with twins fly. I read and reread it. It made me feel (this is corny) like pregnancy and breastfeeding were beautiful and natural,which is true. Unbelivably, there are many people, including my own family that are anti-breasfeeding,I think as a reaction to the pressure women may get that it's the best thing or whatever. Well, any mom that has done it knows that attitude is disgustingly anti-woman. The book is well written, and offers tips on not just nursing, but every aspect of parenting. The only problem I have is that it is so bias toward nursing, the authors dismiss any information that may dissuade a mom from it. For example, it is not impossible to get pregnant while nursing, although unlikely. But overall, breastfeeding is convienent,healthy for mother and child, free and the ultimate in bonding. Why on earth not do it?
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Summary: empowerment to make the right choice
Review: This book is a great source for mothers who want to breastfeed their babies. LLL is an organization dedicated to helping mothers breastfeed their babies. Their 40+ years in existence is based on the belief that nurturing one's baby at the breast is the ideal way to care for a baby. This book is the culmination of years of experiences and medical research.
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Summary: though I don't agree with LLL on everything...
Review: ...and find my local leaders to be not so nice, I do like this book. Buy it.
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Summary: Great reference for any new mom!
Review: While many people don't agree with all of the tenets of LLL, EVERY new mom will benefit from reading this book. It lets readers know that with very few exceptions, every woman can successfully breastfeed her baby. The bias is, of course, that every mom should breastfeed. After reading this book, it is hard to argue with this premise. The book provides information on the technical aspects of nursing as well as the physical, medical and emotional benefits. They provide details that show that no formula can even come close to copying the contents of breast milk. The authors make it clear that they believe that breastfeeding is THE best thing that moms can do for their babies. No matter how the reader feels about LLL, parents can benefit from their message. They want moms to relax and know that they CAN breastfeed while giving their children a wonderful gift.
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Summary: This Book Let's You Say "I CAN" to Breastfeeding
Review: This book is the best researched and best written book for lay people on breastfeeding. As a Lactation Consultant I recommend and even lend this book to all my clients. When ever I hear a client say "I can't..." I can give her positive info from WABF that confirms that she CAN because other women in her situation have before her.
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Summary: Loved this book!
Review: As a first-time expectant mother, I naturally have a zillion questions about everything concerning my unborn baby. Every question I had about breastfeeding was answered in this Bible of Breastfeeding. Not only does this book tell you why, how, and when to breastfeed, but it covers all aspects of breastfeeding (how to overcome difficulties, how to know when your child is getting enough milk, etc...). I must admit that I was VERY anti-La Leche League, but as a result of reading this fabulous book, I am now a LLL member and attend meetings regularly. There ARE some things in the book (and at the meetings) that I disagree with (I plan to schedule my baby and he won't sleep with me at night), but I feel totally at liberty to just take things that make sense to me and to disregard what doesn't. This book is easy to read and a MUST for all expectant mothers! Don't wait until after the baby comes, get it the moment you find out you're pregnant!
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Summary: The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding
Review: This is an all encompassing manual for breastfeeding. It coveres getting ready to nurse your newborn as well as continuing to nursing your toddler. I read it cover to cover while I was pregnant and am using it as a reference manual as my baby grows. I would recommend this book to any expectant mother!
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