Walker, Marsha.

Breastfeeding management for the clinician : using the evidence / Marsha Walker. - ix, 496 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references and index.

Influence of the biospecificity of human milk -- Influence of the maternal anatomy and physiology on lactation -- Influence of the infant's anatomy and physiology -- Influence of peripartum factors, birthing practices, and early caretaking behaviors -- The first 24-48 hours: common challenges -- Beyond the initial 48-72 hours: infant challenges -- Physical, medical and environmental-related problems and issues -- Maternal pathology: breast and nipple issues -- Physical, medical, emotional, and environmental challenges to the breastfeeding mother.

076372260X (pbk.) 9780763722609 (pbk.)

2004004352


Breastfeeding.
Infants--Nutrition.
Evidence-based medicine.

649/.33

2006 B-937 WS 125 / W182b 2006