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So That's What They're For!: The Definitive Breastfeeding Guide

The Critics Love So That's What They're For!

"A practical, light-hearted, and humorous look at breastfeeding...that's full of factual information and down-to-earth answers to the universal questions all breastfeeding mothers have." —La Leche League

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"This light-hearted approach to a truly serious subject offers a healthy mix of medical fact and hearty humor, and is a must for all moms." —Dr. Dean Edell, nationally syndicated radio/television talk show host

"BEST PICKS: Best breastfeeding book out there for new moms." —Parent Soup

"Janet Tamarohas produced a humorous, informative, concise, affordable, fun-to-read book on the joys and trials of breastfeeding." —The Journal of Perinatal Education

"So That's What They're For!lends support and encouragement to those wondering whether they should try breastfeeding, for pregnant women who are sure they will breastfeed, and for new moms who are having trouble an are considering stopping." —Natural Health and Alternative Medicine Newsletter

Audience
adult
Length
medium · 336 pages

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