Contents
Diapering........................................................................................................................................................................................... 42 – 43 Bathing...................................................................................................................................................................................................... 44 Hygiene..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 45 Dressing............................................................................................................................................................................................. 46 – 47 Supplies..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 48 Safety......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 49 Health Care....................................................................................................................................................................................... 50 – 51 Newborn Warning Signs.................................................................................................................................................................... 52
Breastfeeding................................................................................................ 53 – 73
Steps for Success................................................................................................................................................................................... 54 Breast Anatomy...................................................................................................................................................................................... 55 Breastfeeding Hormones................................................................................................................................................................... 56 Starting Off Right.................................................................................................................................................................................. 57 Breastfeeding Positions...................................................................................................................................................................... 58 When to Feed......................................................................................................................................................................................... 59 Latching and Milk Transfer................................................................................................................................................................ 60 Ever-Changing Breast Milk................................................................................................................................................................ 61 Is Baby Getting Enough?.................................................................................................................................................................... 62 Challenges......................................................................................................................................................................................... 63 – 67 Hand Expression.................................................................................................................................................................................... 68 Using a Pump......................................................................................................................................................................................... 69 Supplies..................................................................................................................................................................................................... 70 Caring for Yourself................................................................................................................................................................................ 71 Introducing Solids................................................................................................................................................................................. 72 Beyond the Basics................................................................................................................................................................................. 73
Glossary.......................................................................................................... 74 – 77 Photo Credits....................................................................................................... 78
Wherever you see this plum symbol, you will find an important topic highlighted. Often, there are several different options or approaches. You may wish to discuss your questions and preferences with your partner or health care provider( doctor or midwife). Doing so will help you make an educated decision about the approach that is best for you and your family. Take special note of the pages covering warning signs( pages 8, 52 and 62).