<b>The Breastfeeding Book Your Doctor Recommends<br><br></b>Why is breastfeeding best for my baby? Will I like it? What if it hurts? What happens when my maternity leave is over? Will I be able to use a breast pump? How can I make this work?<br><br>The American Academy of Pediatrics, the organization that represents the nation&#8217;s finest pediatricians, answers these questions and many more in this invaluable resource to help you and your baby get the healthiest possible start. The benefits of breastfeeding will last a lifetime, for both you and your baby. <br><br>Here is everything new mothers need to know about breastfeeding. From preparing for the first feeding to adjusting to home, family, and work life as a nursing mother, this comprehensive resource covers: <br><br>&#8226; Preparing for breastfeeding before your baby is born<br><br>&#8226; Breastfeeding benefits for mothers and babies, including the most recent neurological, psychological, and immunological research showing why breastfeeding enhances your infant&#8217;s immune system and protects against many common illnesses <br><br>&#8226; Establishing a nursing routine and what to do when you return to work<br><br>&#8226; The father&#8217;s role and creating a postpartum support network <br><br>&#8226; Handling special situations, from C-sections to premature births<br><br>&#8226; Breastfeeding beyond infancy<br><br>&#8226; Weaning your baby<br><br>&#8226; Solutions to common breastfeeding challenges<br><br>&#8226; And much more<br><br>Mothers everywhere will find this book an indispensable guide to one of life&#8217;s most important decisions.