"Breastfeeding is natural, but it is not entirely instinctive for either mothers or babies. The Nursing Mother's Companion has been among the best-selling books on breastfeeding for over 30 years, with over 1 million copies sold. It is respected and recommended by professionals, including The International Lactation Consultant Association, T. Berry Brazelton and The American Academy of Pediatrics, and is well loved by new parents for its encouraging...

"Tackle breastfeeding challenges with clear info and confidence Breastfeeding moms will tell you milk makin' comes with health and convenience benefits-and a million questions. Lactivate! is a judgment-free advice book with the latest knowledge of breastfeeding, supporting you to make the best decisions for yourself and your family. From solving everyday breastfeeding problems to clearing a plugged milk duct, this guide will help you create the ultimate...

"Early motherhood is a time of great joy. It can also be filled with new stressors--chief among them: breastfeeding. International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant Robin Kaplan addresses specific breastfeeding concerns, allowing you to feel empowered while breastfeeding and overcome challenges as they arise. After working with countless mothers who have felt unique in their breastfeeding challenges, and as the mother of two who overcame breastfeeding...

A respected biologist explores the intimate ecology of motherhood as she experiences her own pregnancy and childbirth interweaving new information on embryonic organs, the architecture of the human brain, the transformation of the mother's body, and environmental hazards that threaten infant development.