Boost Your Breast Milk: An All-In-One Guide for Nursing Mothers to Build a Healthy Milk Supply

An all-in-one guide for nursing mothers to build a healthy milk supply

Author: Alicia C. Simpson

In Boost Your Breast Milk, lactation expert Alicia C. Simpson offers practical and clearguidance on nursing, how to recognize low milk supply, and what to do if it happens, including: breastfeeding basics preparing to nurse, latching techniques, and scheduling feedings.

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An essential addition to the breastfeeding bookshelf - packed with proven strategies and foods that will maximise mum's supply of breast milk. Breastfeeding mums, and expectant mothers who are deciding whether to breastfeed, share a common concern: Will I make enough milk?In Boost Your Breast Milk, lactation expert Alicia C. Simpson offers practical and clear guidance on nursing, how to recognise low milk supply, and what to do if it happens, including:Breastfeeding basics - preparing to nurse, latching techniques, and scheduling feedingsThe causes of low milk supply and milk slumpsIn-depth information on nursing mothers' nutritional needs75 recipes that make the most of lactogenic, or milkboosting ingredientsOats, whole grains, beans and legumes, and papaya are just some of the foods that support milk production. These are dishes that the whole family can enjoy, with the added benefit of keeping mum healthy and well supplied with milk for baby!

Critic Reviews

“"Covering breastfeeding basics, lactation changes and recipes with milk-boosting ingredients, it's a reassuring resource for both new and expectant mamas."-- Pregnancy & Newborn”

"Those dedicated to breastfeeding will find a wealth of information and context that supports their decision. . . . A solid choice for collections with deep lactation holdings."--Library Journal

"Covering breastfeeding basics, lactation changes and recipes with milk-boosting ingredients, it's a reassuring resource for both new and expectant mamas."--Pregnancy & Newborn

About the Author

Alicia C. Simpson has been cooking since she was tall enough to reach the stove. She is the creator of the popular Vegan Guinea Pig Blog, a contributing writer for the award-winning Vegans of Color blog, and has been featured in the documentary "I m Vegan". Alicia lives in Atlanta.