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Breastfeeding doesn't need to suck : how to nurture your baby and your mental health / by Kathleen Kendall-Tackett.

by Kendall-Tackett, Kathleen A.

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American Psychological Association, 2022.

Breastfeeding -- Psychological aspects.

9781433833847 (pbk.)

354 p. : ill. ; 20 cm.

Includes bibliographical references and index.

"The scientific literature tells us that breastfeeding creates a powerful physiological response in the mother, which protects her mental health. When bresatfeeding is going well, those reactions can help minimize the stress and inflammatory responses that underlie depression, anxiety, and PTSD. However

"This book helps new mothers reach their breastfeeding goals and feed their babies with confidence. The scientific literature tells us that when breastfeeding is going well, creates a powerful physiological response in the mother, which protects her mental health. This book aims to help expectant and new mothers reach their breastfeeding goals and care for their babies with confidence. While new motherhood is challenging, there are ways to make it easier. A mother's mental and physical health are essential, and that is the focus of this book. Author Kathy Kendall-Tackett is a board-certified lactation consultant and researcher in breastfeeding, depression, trauma, and women's health psychology."

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