Dr. Jen's Guide to Breastfeeding by Jennifer Thomas
Dr. Jennifer Thomas is a practicing pediatrician who encounters new moms every day who are struggling with breastfeeding. Having nursed all three of her sons, she knows women struggling with breastfeeding need a little more than advice and support, sometimes they need a plan. This book provides that plan, coupled with real medical information, guidance, and reassurance. It empowers moms with the knowledge they need to trust their instincts and their bodies to feed their babies. In part I, Dr. Jen, with the assistance of Lisa Holewa, dispenses suggestions for breastfeeding success in seven steps--know that breastmilk is not just food, know where you are going and why, take the first step and then baby steps, trust your baby and yourself, be prepared for roadblocks, when in need tell your story, and enjoy the good times and celebrate every step Dr. Jen is an experienced runner, so she makes exercise-inspired comparisons to breastfeeding. In part I, she answers common questions and gives solutions from should I get a breast pump before my baby is born to dealing with nipple pain to is my baby constipated. Part I describes how you can advocate for other breastfeeding moms and why you need to speak up if you get bad information. In the epilogue Dr. Jen tells you in a humorous way everything you need to know to be a perfect parent. If you want a fun, easy read that is packed with critical information and advice, this is the book for youJenny has left the company. Her most recent position was as Director of Fitness and Health at Morley College, where she wrote fitness industry articles and taught hundreds of adult courses. She is still teaching exercise, swimming, walking, and tennis, and she wishes there were more novels depicting the life of senior citizens.
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| ISBN 13 | 9781939807694 |
| ISBN 10 | 1939807697 |
| Title | Dr. Jen's Guide to Breastfeeding |
| Author | Jennifer Thomas |
| Condition | Unavailable |
| Binding Type | Paperback |
| Publisher | Praeclarus Press |
| Year published | 2012-06-01 |
| Number of pages | 176 |
| Cover note | Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary. |
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