Latch

A judgment-free, stage-by-stage guide to breastfeeding that will teach you exactly what you need to know to meet your own personal breastfeeding goals.

Early motherhood is a time of great joy, but it can also be filled with unexpected stressors. For those who plan to breastfeed, understanding the fundamentals and feeling supported can make the difference between having a positive breastfeeding experience or a discouraging one.

In Latch, author Robin Kaplan, International Board-Certified Lactation Consultant, clearly and compassionately shares must-know information and tips for breastfeeding success. She addresses the most pressing topics at each stage—regardless of whether you breastfeed for six months or two years—to empower you to achieve your own breastfeeding goals. Complete with FAQs, breastfeeding stories from real moms, breastmilk storage guidelines, and resources for additional breastfeeding support, Latch is your handbook for every step of the journey.

Latch includes:

· Preparing to breastfeed: breastfeeding myths, how breastfeeding works, building a support team, nutrition before delivery

· Establishing breastfeeding: proper latch, breastfeeding positions, breastfeeding preemies, breastfeeding multiples, milk supply, pumping, mom’s well-being

· Breastfeeding through changes: returning to work, introducing bottle-feeding, reducing nighttime feedings, starting solid food

· Weaning: emotional preparation, choosing the right time for mom and baby, reducing feedings