Authors: Ruth A. Lawrence, Robert Lawrence
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 breastfeedingfrom basic data on the anatomical, physiological, biochemical, nutritional, immunological, and psychological aspects of
human lactationto 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.
As a gynecologist based in Spain, I found this book extremely helpful while counseling my patients about breastfeeding, and while breastfeeding myself. I think most obstetrical textbooks do not cover… I am a IBCLC and work in a NICU with very small premature &/or
sick newborns. As a nurse I very frequently use Dr Lawrence's book when there is a conflict with a doctor over the care of our…
