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Breastfeeding Made Simple

Seven Natural Laws for Nursing Mothers

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Breastfeeding Made Simple

By: Nancy Mohrbacher IBCLC FILCA, Kathleen Kendall-Tackett PhD IBCLC, Jack Newman MD
Narrated by: Kathleen Godwin
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How to breastfeed with confidence, from the first latch to gentle weaning.

Breastfeeding may be natural, but for many new moms, it doesn’t always feel simple. Whether you’re a first-time mom preparing during pregnancy or already feeding your newborn, you may have questions about milk supply, latching, pumping, supplementing, or what to do when breastfeeding problems arise. From low milk production and nipple pain to breast refusal or trouble transitioning to solids, the early weeks of motherhood can feel overwhelming.

That’s where Breastfeeding Made Simple, Second Edition comes in.

This practical, instructional guide for expectant and new mothers explains the seven natural laws of breastfeeding—clear, research-informed principles that help you understand how your body, hormones, and baby work together to establish healthy feeding rhythms. With compassionate advice and step-by-step education, this comprehensive resource takes the mystery out of breastfeeding so you can feel more confident at home, at work, or wherever motherhood takes you.

In this essential guide, you’ll learn how to:

  • Establish and maintain healthy milk supply and production
  • Improve latch and latching techniques for more comfortable feeding
  • Overcome common breastfeeding problems, including low supply and mastitis
  • Use pumping and bottle feeding effectively when supplementing
  • Find the best breastfeeding positions for you and your baby
  • Transition smoothly to solid foods while continuing to breastfeed
  • Balance breastfeeding with work, maternity leave, and daily life


You’ll also find helpful information about newborn feeding patterns, co-sleeping considerations, birth control and breastfeeding, pumping and storing milk, and how breastfeeding supports long-term child nutrition and development—for both baby boys and girls.

Whether you are expecting your first baby, navigating early motherhood, or searching for practical tools to solve breastfeeding trouble, this essential guide offers the support, knowledge, and reassurance you need.

©2010 Nancy Mohrbacher, Kathleen Kendall-Tackett, Jack Newman (P)2018 New Harbinger Publications
Infants & Toddlers Motherhood Parenting & Families Relationships Sexual & Reproductive Health Pregnancy Breastfeeding Sexual Health
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"I recommend this groundbreaking book to all my clients." (Diane Wiessinger, MS, IBCLC)

"I fell in love with this book; every page is a jewel. It simply ‘delivers’ what every mother needs - the natural laws to build a breastfeeding relationship. Understanding the first 40 days has changed the way I talk to new parents and teach breastfeeding supporters. Finally, here is a book that talks about breastfeeding without all the rules. This book lives in my bag to share with everyone!" (Carrie Finger, BFA, IBCLC, LCCE, Lactation Program Director at Aviva Institute)

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This is an excellent tool for all mothers, or those working with families, to guide to breastfeeding goals. The trouble shooting and myth busting is incredibly helpful for anyone battling with out of date approaches.

Invaluable tool for mothers and their supporters

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For rational ladies this is a wonderful resource, can’t recommend it higher :) Helped me find pain free breastfeeding.

Fantastic and well researched

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Not everyone's pregnancy is the same. Some go through a very tough time and want to do the best for their baby. I experienced this book, which made me so worried and anxious about breastfeeding. Very repetitive as well. fingers crossed when my bubs arrives I will be able to do my best to feed our baby. decided to stop listening after 10 chapters.

If already anxious and struggling, not suitable

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