When Breastfeeding is Not an Option

When Breastfeeding is Not an Option
Author: Peggy Robin
Publisher: Prima Lifestyles
Total Pages: 308
Release: 1998
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9780761514497

There are many reasons women bottlefeed their child. Some are health-related. Some are driven by other needs. Yet, the decision not to breastfeed is very difficult to make. Not only do mothers have to deal with their own emotions, but society has stigmatized those who bottlefeed. Now, in this practical book you will find the answers that will help you make the best choice for you and your child. Written by a mother of two, "When Breastfeeding Is Not an Option will help you make an informed, personal decision. It will give you information in a cool and calm manner, far from the noise of superstition, political correctness, and unscientific mythology. Inside, you'll find insights from a number of experts and personal stories from mothers who have been there--information that you won't find anywhere else, including: - Breast or Bottle: Which Is Best for You? A Quiz for Expectant Mothers - A cost and nutrition comparison of formula brands - How to choose the right bottles and nipples - Tips about the proper storage, transportation, and heating and cooling of formula - The ups and downs of juggling employment and infant feeding - How to go about weaning your child - And much more "When Breastfeeding Is Not an Option is a supportive and reassuring guide to making a well-informed decision about how to feed your infant. About the Author Peggy Robin is the author of "How to Be a Successful Fertility Patient and "Outwitting Toddlers. She is the mother ot two daughters, one breastfed, one bottlefed.

Infant and young child feeding

Infant and young child feeding
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 99
Release: 2009
Genre:
ISBN: 9789241597494

The Model Chapter on Infant and Young Child Feeding is intended for use in basic training of health professionals. It describes essential knowledge and basic skills that every health professional who works with mothers and young children should master. The Model Chapter can be used by teachers and students as a complement to textbooks or as a concise reference manual.

Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postpartum and Newborn Care

Pregnancy, Childbirth, Postpartum and Newborn Care
Author: World Health Organization
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2015
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9789241549356

Intended to provide evidence-based recommendations to guide health care professionals in the management of women during pregnancy, childbirth and postpartum, and newborns, and the post abortion, including management of endemic deseases like malaria, HIV/AIDS, TB and anaemia. This edition has been updated to include recommendations from recently approved WHO guidelines relevant to maternal and perinatal health. These include pre-eclampsia & eclampsia; postpartum haemorrhage; postnatal care for the mother and baby; newborn resuscitation; prevention of mother-to- child transmission of HIV; HIV and infant feeding; malaria in pregnancy, interventions to improve preterm birth outcomes, tobacco use and second-hand exposure in pregnancy, post-partum depression, post-partum family planning and post abortion care.

The Surgeon General's Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding

The Surgeon General's Call to Action to Support Breastfeeding
Author:
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2011
Genre: Breastfeeding
ISBN:

"For nearly all infants, breastfeeding is the best source of infant nutrition and immunologic protection, and it provides remarkable health benefits to mothers as well. Babies who are breastfed are less likely to become overweight and obese. Many mothers in the United States want to breastfeed, and most try. And yet within only three months after giving birth, more than two-thirds of breastfeeding mothers have already begun using formula. By six months postpartum, more than half of mothers have given up on breastfeeding, and mothers who breastfeed one-yearolds or toddlers are a rarity in our society. October 2010 marked the 10th anniversary of the release of the HHS Blueprint for Action on Breastfeeding, in which former Surgeon General David Satcher, M.D., Ph. D., reiterated the commitment of previous Surgeons General to support breastfeeding as a public health goal. This was the first comprehensive framework for national action on breastfeeding. It was created through collaboration among representatives from medical, business, women's health, and advocacy groups as well as academic communities. The Blueprint provided specific action steps for the health care system, researchers, employers, and communities to better protect, promote, and support breastfeeding. I have issued this Call to Action because the time has come to set forth the important roles and responsibilities of clinicians, employers, communities, researchers, and government leaders and to urge us all to take on a commitment to enable mothers to meet their personal goals for breastfeeding. Mothers are acutely aware of and devoted to their responsibilities when it comes to feeding their children, but the responsibilities of others must be identified so that all mothers can obtain the information, help, and support they deserve when they breastfeed their infants. Identifying the support systems that are needed to help mothers meet their personal breastfeeding goals will allow them to stop feeling guilty and alone when problems with breastfeeding arise. All too often, mothers who wish to breastfeed encounter daunting challenges in moving through the health care system. Furthermore, there is often an incompatibility between employment and breastfeeding, but with help this is not impossible to overcome. Even so, because the barriers can seem insurmountable at times, many mothers stop breastfeeding. In addition, families are often unable to find the support they need in their communities to make breastfeeding work for them. From a societal perspective, many research questions related to breastfeeding remain unanswered, and for too long, breastfeeding has received insufficient national attention as a public health issue. This Call to Action describes in detail how different people and organizations can contribute to the health of mothers and their children. Rarely are we given the chance to make such a profound and lasting difference in the lives of so many. I am confident that this Call to Action will spark countless imaginative, effective, and mutually supportive endeavors that improve support for breastfeeding mothers and children in our nation."--Page v.

Kangaroo Mother Care

Kangaroo Mother Care
Author: World Health Organization. Reproductive Health and Research
Publisher: World Health Organization
Total Pages: 55
Release: 2003-04-17
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 9241590351

Kangaroo mother care is a method of care of preterm infants which involves infants being carried, usually by the mother, with skin-to-skin contact. This guide is intended for health professionals responsible for the care of low-birth-weight and preterm infants. Designed to be adapted to local conditions, it provides guidance on how to organize services at the referral level and on what is needed to provide effective kangaroo mother care.

Counselling for Maternal and Newborn Health Care

Counselling for Maternal and Newborn Health Care
Author: World Health Organization
Publisher: World Health Organization
Total Pages: 240
Release: 2010
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 9241547626

The main aim of this practical Handbookis to strengthen counselling and communication skills of skilled attendants (SAs) and other health providers, helping them to effectively discuss with women, families and communities the key issues surrounding pregnancy, childbirth, postpartum, postnatal and post-abortion care. Counselling for Maternal and Newborn Health Careis divided into three main sections. Part 1 is an introduction which describes the aims and objectives and the general layout of the Handbook. Part 2 describes the counselling process and outlines the six key steps to effective counselling. It explores the counselling context and factors that influence this context including the socio-economic, gender, and cultural environment. A series of guiding principles is introduced and specific counselling skills are outlined. Part 3 focuses on different maternal and newborn health topics, including general care in the home during pregnancy; birth and emergency planning; danger signs in pregnancy; post-abortion care; support during labor; postnatal care of the mother and newborn; family planning counselling; breastfeeding; women with HIV/AIDS; death and bereavement; women and violence; linking with the community. Each Session contains specific aims and objectives, clearly outlining the skills that will be developed and corresponding learning outcomes. Practical activities have been designed to encourage reflection, provoke discussions, build skills and ensure the local relevance of information. There is a review at the end of each session to ensure the SAs have understood the key points before they progress to subsequent sessions.

Cribsheet

Cribsheet
Author: Emily Oster
Publisher: Penguin
Total Pages: 353
Release: 2019-04-23
Genre: Family & Relationships
ISBN: 0525559256

From the author of Expecting Better and The Family Firm, an economist's guide to the early years of parenting. “Both refreshing and useful. With so many parenting theories driving us all a bit batty, this is the type of book that we need to help calm things down.” —LA Times “The book is jampacked with information, but it’s also a delightful read because Oster is such a good writer.” —NPR With Expecting Better, award-winning economist Emily Oster spotted a need in the pregnancy market for advice that gave women the information they needed to make the best decision for their own pregnancies. By digging into the data, Oster found that much of the conventional pregnancy wisdom was wrong. In Cribsheet, she now tackles an even greater challenge: decision-making in the early years of parenting. As any new parent knows, there is an abundance of often-conflicting advice hurled at you from doctors, family, friends, and strangers on the internet. From the earliest days, parents get the message that they must make certain choices around feeding, sleep, and schedule or all will be lost. There's a rule—or three—for everything. But the benefits of these choices can be overstated, and the trade-offs can be profound. How do you make your own best decision? Armed with the data, Oster finds that the conventional wisdom doesn't always hold up. She debunks myths around breastfeeding (not a panacea), sleep training (not so bad!), potty training (wait until they're ready or possibly bribe with M&Ms), language acquisition (early talkers aren't necessarily geniuses), and many other topics. She also shows parents how to think through freighted questions like if and how to go back to work, how to think about toddler discipline, and how to have a relationship and parent at the same time. Economics is the science of decision-making, and Cribsheet is a thinking parent's guide to the chaos and frequent misinformation of the early years. Emily Oster is a trained expert—and mom of two—who can empower us to make better, less fraught decisions—and stay sane in the years before preschool.

Why Breastfeeding is a Personal Choice and Should be Respected

Why Breastfeeding is a Personal Choice and Should be Respected
Author: Aurora Brooks
Publisher: BabyDreamers.net
Total Pages: 34
Release: 101-01-01
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 1991098871

Why Breastfeeding is a Personal Choice and Should be Respected Breastfeeding is a personal choice that every mother should have the right to make without judgment or criticism. In this thought-provoking short read book, we delve into the reasons why breastfeeding is not only a personal choice but also why it should be respected by society as a whole. With a comprehensive table of contents, this book covers all aspects of breastfeeding, from the benefits and challenges to societal attitudes and the importance of a supportive environment. The book begins by exploring the numerous benefits of breastfeeding for both mother and baby. From providing essential nutrients and antibodies to promoting bonding and emotional well-being, breastfeeding offers a range of advantages that cannot be replicated by any other feeding method. By understanding these benefits, mothers can make an informed decision about what is best for themselves and their babies. However, breastfeeding does come with its own set of challenges. From physical discomfort to difficulties with latching and milk supply, mothers may face obstacles along their breastfeeding journey. This book addresses these challenges head-on, offering practical advice and support to help mothers overcome them and continue breastfeeding successfully. In addition to physical challenges, breastfeeding also faces societal attitudes and misconceptions. Myths surrounding breastfeeding, such as it being inconvenient or inappropriate in public, are debunked, and the importance of normalizing breastfeeding is emphasized. The book also explores the concept of public breastfeeding and the need for society to create a supportive environment where mothers feel comfortable nursing their babies wherever they may be. Support for breastfeeding mothers is crucial, and this book highlights the various forms of support available. From healthcare professionals to lactation consultants and support groups, there are resources out there to help mothers navigate their breastfeeding journey. By providing this support, society can empower mothers to make the best choices for themselves and their babies. Ultimately, this book advocates for respecting personal choices when it comes to breastfeeding. Every mother has her own preferences and circumstances, and it is important to honor and support these choices. By creating a supportive environment that respects and values breastfeeding, we can ensure that every mother feels empowered and confident in her decision to breastfeed. Whether you are a new mother considering breastfeeding or someone who wants to learn more about this important topic, "Why Breastfeeding is a Personal Choice and Should be Respected" is a must-read. With its comprehensive coverage and insightful perspectives, this book will leave you with a deeper understanding and appreciation for the personal choice of breastfeeding. Get your copy today and join the movement to support and This title is a short read. A Short Read is a type of book that is designed to be read in one quick sitting. These no fluff books are perfect for people who want an overview about a subject in a short period of time. Table of Contents Why Breastfeeding is a Personal Choice and Should be Respected Benefits of Breastfeeding Challenges of Breastfeeding Physical Challenges Myths and Misconceptions Societal Attitudes towards Breastfeeding Public Breastfeeding Support for Breastfeeding Mothers Respecting Personal Choices Personal Preferences and Circumstances Supportive Environment Frequently Asked Questions

Lactogenesis

Lactogenesis
Author: Monica Reynolds
Publisher: University of Pennsylvania Press
Total Pages: 284
Release: 2016-11-11
Genre: Medical
ISBN: 1512806056

Proceedings of a symposium, satellite to the 24th International Congress of Physiological Sciences, University of Pennsylvania.