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The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding

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LOVE: 50 NEUTRAL: 29
REGRET: 6 WANT: 16
    • Laura W.
    • Sacramento, California

    Overall a great resource! I didn’t manage to breastfeed as long as I wanted to but this helped me get farther than I ever thought I would! May 31, 2021

  • Useful book that helped me prepare for breastfeeding before baby arrived. Feb 17, 2021

  • Informative but very very crunchy. It lays out the ideal but does not really present anything else. As a first time mom, I found their recommendations impossible to live up to leaving me with guilt. Dec 23, 2020

  • This was/is my breastfeeding/breastmilk bible. Such an informative and to the point resource for those who are seeking answers to their questions. highly recommend. Nov 29, 2020

  • Essential reading for any breastfeeding family. Helps you understand what's biologically normal and how to troubleshoot common concerns. All with a lovely, supportive tone. Nov 13, 2020

  • This book was simple, informative, and easy to read. The book is broken down by topic, so it is easy to flip through and find answers to specific questions. A wonderful tool to help w. breastfeeding. Jun 24, 2019

  • A must have for nursing moms. Mar 08, 2019

  • The best breastfeeding book on the market. A thorough, easy-to-read guide that you can get through once, and keep going back to as needed throughout your breastfeeding journey. Jan 26, 2019

  • This book offers more than just breastfeeding advice. It is a great general reference guide. However, it is also a lifesaver when it comes to breastfeeding issues. Highly recommend. Jul 16, 2018

  • I always get this book at baby showers if I know Mom has any interest in breastfeeding. Filled with invaluable information! Jul 03, 2018

    • Toni H.
    • Madison, Mississippi

    Filled with detailed pictures and explanations to help guide you through your breastfeeding journey. Especially helpful when troubleshooting issues that arise. A must read for mommas who desire to bf. Apr 13, 2018

  • This book is SO helpful in preparing a woman for what can be a very tricky task...breastfeeding her newborn all the way through toddlerhood. Apr 07, 2018

  • Great breastfeeding book to read before baby arrives! Mar 26, 2018

  • I have mixed feelings about this book. Pros: extremely comprehensive and full of unique nursing advice. Cons: not for the modern woman. Will probably make you feel guilty unless you nurse for 2+ years Feb 06, 2018

  • Great resource to have for breastfeeding. You can read everything though and breastfeeding can still be a challenge. I'm glad I have this as a resource to turn to. Oct 18, 2017

  • A must read! Oct 05, 2017

  • There is a level of bias in this book, but if you can get past that and just take in the information its incredible. Very long, but I have learned more from this book than I have any other Oct 05, 2017

  • Love this book! I had searched for so long about an issue I was having, and this book has been the only place that addressed my issue! Good reference, not a sit and read book. Apr 07, 2017

  • Very, Very informative. They have this book in the lobby of my OB-GYN, I wind up buying it for myself and my preggo friends. Dec 12, 2016

    • B N.
    • United States of America

    Best info there is, when it comes to breastfeeding! I also suggest joining a La Leche League group! Oct 05, 2016

  • Helpful info but breastfeeding didn't work out for me. Sep 13, 2016

  • Best breastfeeding book and resource on the market. I've read A LOT of them, and am a CLC (lactation counselor). Highly recommend. Aug 08, 2016

  • So good! Nov 21, 2014

  • Sometimes comes across as LLL propaganda but so much great info. Sep 30, 2014

  • A sizeable resource - the section on laid-back breastfeeding is a must-read for new moms (prenatally, if possible!). Lots of info for nursing moms from birth to toddler age! Aug 30, 2014

    • Sarah T.
    • United States of America

    Really great resource and covers much of what you will hear in the basic breastfeeding classes! Jul 29, 2014

  • Best breastfeeding book out there. Jul 28, 2014

  • Very helpful! Jul 24, 2014

    • Kate H.
    • Sylva, North Carolina

    This was essential during those first few weeks and continues to be a good reference source 4 months later. Jun 18, 2014

  • This is the Bible for breastfeeding mothers. Also very calming as it gives an alternative perspective on babies and sleep. Mar 12, 2014

  • Breastfeeding "bible" Feb 24, 2014

    • Tina H.
    • Oak Park, Illinois

    An absolute must for breastfeeding moms and pregnant moms. It was recommended to me and I HIGHLY recommend it to others. Feb 20, 2014

  • Must have for nursing support Feb 20, 2014

  • I wanted to like this, but I expected something more practical. I'm about as pro-breastfeeding as you can be and I rolled my eyes so much I thought they might get stuck, Liz Lemon-style. Skip. Feb 03, 2014

  • As someone who struggled to breast feed due to massive blood loss after birth, i felt the message in this book was to just "try harder" & anyone who tried enough could breastfeed - not helpful for me. Feb 01, 2014

  • THE best book about breastfeeding AND mothering a young baby <3 <3 <3 Jan 24, 2014

  • Good stuff Jan 22, 2014

    • Jill R.
    • Millbrook, New York

    A must have! Nov 24, 2013

  • Maybe I am too sensitive but this book made me feel guilty as breastfeeding did not come naturally to me. Nov 20, 2013

  • A MUST have for breastfeeding moms. I started reading while pregnant and I still read the relevant chapters today with my 7 month old. This book covers the journey start to finish. Wonderful! Oct 25, 2013

  • Lots of good info and helpful tricks. Oct 20, 2013

  • While preggo, I had no real positive expectations of breastfeeding. This book answered nearly all of my questions. Now A is 16 months and still actively breastfeeding and fed exclusively till 6 mos Oct 09, 2013

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    • Laura W.
    • Sacramento, California

    Overall a great resource! I didn’t manage to breastfeed as long as I wanted to but this helped me get farther than I ever thought I would! May 31, 2021

  • Useful book that helped me prepare for breastfeeding before baby arrived. Feb 17, 2021

  • Informative but very very crunchy. It lays out the ideal but does not really present anything else. As a first time mom, I found their recommendations impossible to live up to leaving me with guilt. Dec 23, 2020

  • This was/is my breastfeeding/breastmilk bible. Such an informative and to the point resource for those who are seeking answers to their questions. highly recommend. Nov 29, 2020

  • Essential reading for any breastfeeding family. Helps you understand what's biologically normal and how to troubleshoot common concerns. All with a lovely, supportive tone. Nov 13, 2020

  • This book was simple, informative, and easy to read. The book is broken down by topic, so it is easy to flip through and find answers to specific questions. A wonderful tool to help w. breastfeeding. Jun 24, 2019

  • A must have for nursing moms. Mar 08, 2019

  • The best breastfeeding book on the market. A thorough, easy-to-read guide that you can get through once, and keep going back to as needed throughout your breastfeeding journey. Jan 26, 2019

  • This book offers more than just breastfeeding advice. It is a great general reference guide. However, it is also a lifesaver when it comes to breastfeeding issues. Highly recommend. Jul 16, 2018

  • I always get this book at baby showers if I know Mom has any interest in breastfeeding. Filled with invaluable information! Jul 03, 2018

    • Toni H.
    • Madison, Mississippi

    Filled with detailed pictures and explanations to help guide you through your breastfeeding journey. Especially helpful when troubleshooting issues that arise. A must read for mommas who desire to bf. Apr 13, 2018

  • This book is SO helpful in preparing a woman for what can be a very tricky task...breastfeeding her newborn all the way through toddlerhood. Apr 07, 2018

  • Great breastfeeding book to read before baby arrives! Mar 26, 2018

  • I have mixed feelings about this book. Pros: extremely comprehensive and full of unique nursing advice. Cons: not for the modern woman. Will probably make you feel guilty unless you nurse for 2+ years Feb 06, 2018

  • Great resource to have for breastfeeding. You can read everything though and breastfeeding can still be a challenge. I'm glad I have this as a resource to turn to. Oct 18, 2017

  • A must read! Oct 05, 2017

  • There is a level of bias in this book, but if you can get past that and just take in the information its incredible. Very long, but I have learned more from this book than I have any other Oct 05, 2017

  • Love this book! I had searched for so long about an issue I was having, and this book has been the only place that addressed my issue! Good reference, not a sit and read book. Apr 07, 2017

  • Very, Very informative. They have this book in the lobby of my OB-GYN, I wind up buying it for myself and my preggo friends. Dec 12, 2016

    • B N.
    • United States of America

    Best info there is, when it comes to breastfeeding! I also suggest joining a La Leche League group! Oct 05, 2016

  • Helpful info but breastfeeding didn't work out for me. Sep 13, 2016

  • Best breastfeeding book and resource on the market. I've read A LOT of them, and am a CLC (lactation counselor). Highly recommend. Aug 08, 2016

  • So good! Nov 21, 2014

  • Sometimes comes across as LLL propaganda but so much great info. Sep 30, 2014

  • A sizeable resource - the section on laid-back breastfeeding is a must-read for new moms (prenatally, if possible!). Lots of info for nursing moms from birth to toddler age! Aug 30, 2014

    • Sarah T.
    • United States of America

    Really great resource and covers much of what you will hear in the basic breastfeeding classes! Jul 29, 2014

  • Best breastfeeding book out there. Jul 28, 2014

  • Very helpful! Jul 24, 2014

    • Kate H.
    • Sylva, North Carolina

    This was essential during those first few weeks and continues to be a good reference source 4 months later. Jun 18, 2014

  • This is the Bible for breastfeeding mothers. Also very calming as it gives an alternative perspective on babies and sleep. Mar 12, 2014

  • Breastfeeding "bible" Feb 24, 2014

    • Tina H.
    • Oak Park, Illinois

    An absolute must for breastfeeding moms and pregnant moms. It was recommended to me and I HIGHLY recommend it to others. Feb 20, 2014

  • Must have for nursing support Feb 20, 2014

  • I wanted to like this, but I expected something more practical. I'm about as pro-breastfeeding as you can be and I rolled my eyes so much I thought they might get stuck, Liz Lemon-style. Skip. Feb 03, 2014

  • As someone who struggled to breast feed due to massive blood loss after birth, i felt the message in this book was to just "try harder" & anyone who tried enough could breastfeed - not helpful for me. Feb 01, 2014

  • THE best book about breastfeeding AND mothering a young baby <3 <3 <3 Jan 24, 2014

  • Good stuff Jan 22, 2014

    • Jill R.
    • Millbrook, New York

    A must have! Nov 24, 2013

  • Maybe I am too sensitive but this book made me feel guilty as breastfeeding did not come naturally to me. Nov 20, 2013

  • A MUST have for breastfeeding moms. I started reading while pregnant and I still read the relevant chapters today with my 7 month old. This book covers the journey start to finish. Wonderful! Oct 25, 2013

  • Lots of good info and helpful tricks. Oct 20, 2013

  • While preggo, I had no real positive expectations of breastfeeding. This book answered nearly all of my questions. Now A is 16 months and still actively breastfeeding and fed exclusively till 6 mos Oct 09, 2013

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