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The title says it all - this is an impressive, handy, and easy-to use summary of the best research on early management of the breastfeeding dyad, with levels of evidence supporting each practice. A must have resource for professionals working with newborns.

Excerpted from the Preface:

"The American Academy of Pediatrics, the American Academy of Family Medicine, and the American College of Qbstetricians and Gynecologists recommend breastfeeding as the appropriate way to feed infants. Nonetheless, studies show that as many as 50% of infants are weaned from the breast within the first 14 days. Therefore, this document focuses on the establishment and maintenance of breastfeeding during this time period. These guidelines are for healthy, term infants. Common problems that often lead to untimely weaning are addressed. Referral to a skilled lactation professional, such as an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC). physician, midwife, nurse, or dietitian is always appropriate.
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"These guidelines are the culmination of the efforts of a multidisciplinary panel of experts with input from consumers. It is hoped that these management strategies, which are designed to give guidance in providing optimal care to mothers and infants, will improve both breastfeeding initiation and duration rates."

ILCA, © 1999, 8.5" by 5.5" (about 22 cm by 14 cm), pamphlet, 31 pages