Breastfeeding for Dummies

sblaisure

.... so out of those dummies books, is there a breastfeeding one?? Because well, I need it!! DH and I finally decided to breasfeed, but the thing is I know NOTHING about it. And I mean nothing!!!

We went to register tonight and when it came to the bottles, pumps, nipples, and all of that stuff I didn't even know where to begin!!! Inserts? Cooling pads? Breast pads? I was so overwhelmed!!

Then I began thinking about freezing and began questioning how... and then thought about thawing and heating and pumping and how many hours and OMG. Yeah.... so.

I plan on taking classes, but i'd also like books. So please reccommend any books you used that would be very helpful! And plese share any tips you have right here!!

Please share your breastfeeding tips for this dummy!

Mrs.0428

Yes- there is a Breastfeeding for Dummies book I have it, but there are other more informative books out there.  I liked "The Nursing Mother's Problem Solver."

Cyrbia

Ok, I know it's Canadian, but the Doctor and the hospital suggested this site and I love it when I had my first.

https://www.lllc.ca/

I hope it helps...and hey, it's free!

MarriedBestFriends

I've heard that "So That's What They're For" is an excellent read, as the "Nursing Mother's Companion". This board is also chock full of great information so ask away!

sblaisure

Thank you ladies!! I will look into these books.