Impact of Birth Practices on Breastfeeding 2e

by Linda J. Smith and Mary Kroeger

Book Overview

This text examines the research and evidence connecting birth practices to breastfeeding outcomes. It takes an in-depth look at the post-birth experiences of the mother and baby, using the baby (TM)s health as the vehicle and the intact mother-baby dyad as the model to address birth practices that affect breastfeeding.

The Second Edition has been completely revised to include new information on infant outcomes, including epidural anesthesia...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0763763748
• ISBN13: 9780763763749
• Release Date: October 2009
• Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Publishers
• Length: 248 Pages
• Weight: 0.86 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 5.9" x 8.9"