Breastfeeding: A Guide for the Medical Profession Book

The completely revised and updated New Edition of this trusted text delivers complete, authoritative, evidence-based information on all of the scientific and clinical topics related to breastfeeding?from basic data on the anatomical, physiological, biochemical, nutritional, immunological, and psychological aspects of human lactation?to guidance on a full range of problems in clinical management. Written by a pioneer in the field of human lactation, the 6th Edition has been revised from cover to cover to include information on new drugs and herbal products, infections, and much more. * Provides the basic tools of knowledge and experience to enable readers to provide thoughtful guidance to the breastfeeding mother that is most applicable to her circumstances, problems, and lifestyle. * Features a wealth of references from the most recent studies. * Integrates evidence-based data with practical experience * Offers complete coverage of anatomy and physiology * the composition of human breast milk * guidance on lactation management * equipment, pumps, and other devices * contraindications to breastfeeding * and much moreRead More