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Top 7 Breastfeeding Books

By Robin Elise Weiss, LCCE, About.com

Breastfeeding, while natural, also has a lot of intricate pieces of information that needs to be learned. There are a number of books out there, but some are confusing and difficult to use. Here is a collection of helpful and accurate books to help you along your nursing path.

1. The Nursing Mother's Companion

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Kathleen Huggins wrote this classic text for breastfeeding mother's. In all the books I've read I find this one the most helpful. Not only does it cover the basics, but it breaks the information down into small pieces so you can read it in the middle of the night while trying to get an answer without having to wade through many other answers that aren't relevant. Has great drawings!
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2. The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding

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This La Leche handbook is a classic text for breastfeeding mothers, being one of the first available to moms so many years ago. Several editions later it's still in it's prime and going strong. It also offers practical advice for birth related questions in the La Leche philosophy.
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3. The Ultimate Breastfeeding Book of Answers

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Dr. Jack Newman has been a long time supporter and researcher of breastfeeding, running Canada's first breastfeeding clinic. His dedication to mothers and babies is evident in his clear and concise help guide recently published.
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4. The Breastfeeding Answer Book

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This book is the source for answers! Originated by La Leche League it has a great reference section with easy to find answers for nearly any situation at hand. It's a wonderful gift for a midwife, pediatrician, lactation consultant, doula or OB. It belongs on the shelves of everyone involved in the field.
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5. The Breastfeeding Book

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This book is written by mother of eight, nurse, and lactation consultant Martha Sears. This handy book takes you from the first feedings to weaning and everything in between.
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6. The Breastfeeding Cafe

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This book is charming! It shares the ups and downs of breastfeeding from mothers who have been there. Their helpful hints ring true to life, rather than something that sounds good to some guy in a lab. The powerful stories and delightful tales make this a fun, as well as educational, read.
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7. Mothering Multiples

Karen Gromada, lactation consultant and mother of twins, knows her stuff! This is the only book for breastfeeding twins and other multiples that actually gives down-to-earth practical advice on nursing your babies, special situations, when to supplement and finding support.

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