Chapter 8: Breastfeeding

We've come a long way since 'Breast is best'. For today's woman, a better slogan would be: 'Breastfeeding is normal!'

Giving and receiving - The first few days - Colostrum - Water feeds - Milk 'coming in' - Attaching the baby to the breast - How long should feeding the baby take - How often should the baby feed? - The Letdown Effect - Issues - Not enough milk - Too much milk - Grazed and painful nipples - Things not going well - Lactose intolerance - Burping - Vomiting - Twins and more - Bottle-feeding - Mixing the formula - Giving the feed - Doing both - Travelling.

Chapter 9: Understanding your new baby's body