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Summary: Suberb advice for solving breastfeeding problems.
Review: Although this book was written primarily for mothers, it should be required reading for any pediatric health care provider. The author is a pediatrician and a mother of five who is an internationally known expert in the field of lactation management. She writes beautifully, making the book a pleasure to read. It's a very complete reference for new breastfeeding mothers, providing accurate information about nursing a baby, with the material presented in a sensitive and accepting manner. As a health professional with many years of experience working with breastfeeding mothers, I found it to be, by far, the best book on breastfeeding that I've ever read.
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Summary: Not quite what I expected.
Review: Although this book will be wonderful to have as a reference tool (I would almost be inclined to say an ESSENTIAL reference tool) I was a little disappointed by it, in that it tends to read like a textbook. This resulted in my forcing myself to continue, rather than being so engrossed that I couldn't put it down. It seems to be repetitive in that it discusses various elements of an idea or concept several times throughout the book, rather than putting it all in one section. I believe that there is a great deal that can be learned from the information contained in this book, but the presentation leaves much to be desired.
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Summary: Great Comprehensive Reference
Review: Covers the basics, but unlike many breastfeeding books, does not blithely assume all women are ideally equipped to breastfeed (given the proper training). This book explores areas such as insufficient supply, breast reduction and augmentation, malformed and/or lopsided breasts (hypoplastic), inverted nipples, extemely oversized or undersized breasts, and the lsit goes on.The book also delves into methods for solving , or at least making the best of all sorts of problems or feeding situations. It provides a handy chart on what to expect in terms of new infant behaviour, and how to tell if baby is getting enough to eat. Recommend for any woman who falls outside the "average" range of breast feeding problems, or for anyone who wants to understand the subject more deeply. Specific topics are scrupulously cross referenced. Skim the index when confronted with a particular concern. Illustrations are quite illumiunating if a bit gritty. Maybe more than you need to get started, but clearly written and very comprehensive.
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Summary: Supportive AND Realistic
Review: For me, this is undoubtedly the best of the breastfeeding guides. It not only provides gentle (not pushy, like some others) support for your decision to breastfeed, it is beautifully written and organized. I loved the stories of the author's own experiences and the clear, practical directions. Breastfeeding is a challenging but rewarding experience. She eloquently describes the rewards while providing practical advice for the difficulties rather than ignoring or down-playing them. Thank You for all your help Dr. Neifert. I wish you could be my Doula!
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Summary: Supportive AND Realistic
Review: For me, this is undoubtedly the best of the breastfeeding guides. It not only provides gentle (not pushy, like some others) support for your decision to breastfeed, it is beautifully written and organized. I loved the stories of the author's own experiences and the clear, practical directions. Breastfeeding is a challenging but rewarding experience. She eloquently describes the rewards while providing practical advice for the difficulties rather than ignoring or down-playing them. Thank You for all your help Dr. Neifert. I wish you could be my Doula!
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Summary: BREASTFEEDING REALITY
Review: I have read numerous books on nursing and this is the only one I found that gives the truth about breastfeeding. Like it isn't always free, be ready to lay down some cash for things that make nursing tons easier like nursing pillows, stools, pumps, bras, pads, lacation consultant, and easy to prepare foods for you.
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Summary: BREASTFEEDING REALITY
Review: I have read numerous books on nursing and this is the only one I found that gives the truth about breastfeeding. Like it isn't always free, be ready to lay down some cash for things that make nursing tons easier like nursing pillows, stools, pumps, bras, pads, lacation consultant, and easy to prepare foods for you.
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Summary: Excellent book!!!!!!!!!!!!
Review: My son was born 7 weeks early and this book was recommended to me by the lactationist and nurse that was in the NICU/ICN. This book covers everything. This was my first time to expereince breastfeeding and this book answered any question I had to, breastfeeding a preemie, to him being 8 months old and how to handle doing both breastfeeding and baby food. I even bought this for two friends of mine that were either thinking about breastfeeding or was going to and had a preemie. This book is an absolute must if you are gonna breastfeed.
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Summary: Excellent book!!!!!!!!!!!!
Review: My son was born 7 weeks early and this book was recommended to me by the lactationist and nurse that was in the NICU/ICN. This book covers everything. This was my first time to expereince breastfeeding and this book answered any question I had to, breastfeeding a preemie, to him being 8 months old and how to handle doing both breastfeeding and baby food. I even bought this for two friends of mine that were either thinking about breastfeeding or was going to and had a preemie. This book is an absolute must if you are gonna breastfeed.
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Summary: Give this book to all new moms!
Review: Obstetricians should give this book to all expecting moms! It is by far the most thorough book on breastfeeding that exists. Even if you're not planning on breastfeeding for long, this book gives absolutely crucial information on latching on, jaundice, weight gain, and other issues that are very important during the first few days of an infant's life. It does repeat some of the basic points in a few different sections, but I found that the repetition helped me remember the important information. The author's tone is also very warm, and I used this book as my moral support when confronted by others who didn't understand breastfeeding. She also assumes the reader is intelligent, and explains varying approaches to potential problems, with detailed scientific information. I strongly advise that you read this BEFORE your baby is born, because afterwards you won't have time, and this is a book that should be read rather than skimmed. I am proud to say that my baby is 7 months old and has never had a drop of formula. But I have had to overcome some challenges to keep breastfeeding this long, and I don't think I could have done it without the advice and support I found in this book. Thank you, Dr. Mom!
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