Breastfeeding is a biocultural phenomenon: not only is it a biological process, but it is also a culturally determined behavior. As such, it has important implications for understanding the past, present, and future condition of our species. In general, scholars have emphasized either the biological or the cultural aspects of breastfeeding, but not both. As biological anthropologists the editors of this volume feel that an evolutionary approach combining both aspects is essential. One of the goals of their book is to incorporate data from diverse fields to present a more holistic view of breastfeeding, through the inclusion of research from a number of different disciplines, including biological and social/cultural anthropology, nutrition, and medicine. The resulting book, presenting the complexity of the issues surrounding very basic decisions about infant nutrition, will fill a void in the existing literature on breastfeeding.
Shares practical recommendations for rendering nursing a mutually beneficial experience, covering topics that range from breast pumps and sleeping arrangements to nursing multiples and returning to work.
Two leading lactation experts offer practical information, guidance, and encouragement to help new mothers overcome their fears, doubts, and practical concerns about breastfeeding, drawing on the latest research and furnishing updated facts ...
In all, this is an easy-to-use breastfeeding resource for new mothers, which includes all the latest research and techniques used by those in the lactation field.
An updated guide to breastfeeding describes the emotional and health advantages of breasfeeding; explains techniques for nursing, pumping, and weaning; and includes new sections on breastfeeding multiples, monitoring nutrition, and updated ...
Shows how easy nursing can be when the baby leads the way, providing a guide to understanding the natural pattern and developing a trusting breastfeeding relationship.
Another group of studies report that breastfeeding does not appear to influence resumption of coitus, coital frequency, and other indices of sexuality (Grudzinskas & Atkinson, 1984; Knodel & Chayovan, 1991; Robson et al., 1981) What do ...
LAM draws on these studies, which have been conducted in several different countries. LAM is effective if you can answer yes to all of the following questions: 1. Are you still not menstruating, not even spotting? 2.
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Geraghty et al.161 and Keim et al.234 reported receiving 50% of the packages on the day after shipment and 37% on the second day after shipment. Nine percent of these shipping boxes were rated as severely damaged, 15% of the milk ...
Concerned about making enough milk for your baby? Wondering how to make more? Two lactation experts are here to help. Separate fact from fiction with help from this comprehensive book about improving low milk supply.