Breastfeeding: The Art and Science of Lactation

Contents: Part I: Breastfeeding and the Mother: 1. Breastfeeding perspectives, practices and trends over time. 2. Anatomy of the breast. 3. Physiological changes during lactation. 4. Hormonal control on breast milk production. 5. Breast milk: biochemical aspects. 6. Early initiation of breastfeeding and its importance. 7. Sensory processing difficulties and its impact on breastfeeding. 8. Breastfeeding mother’s nutritional guide. 9. Maternal needs during lactation. 10. Enhancement and suppression of breast milk. 11. Position and attachment. 12. Feeding and caring for multiples. 13. Pathologies of the breast during lactation. 14. Substance use during lactation. 15. Breastfeeding in working mothers. 16. Breastfeeding in public places. 17. When breastfeeding is contraindicated or inadvisable. 18. Successful breastfeeding in specific situations. 19. Breastmilk expression and storage. Part II: Breastfeeding and the Child: 20. Development of oral cavity of the newborn. 21. Reflexes in a neonate and the significance of burping. 22. Sleep and breastfeeding. 23. Artificial feeding in infants. 24. Infant and young child feeding (IYCF). 25. Lactose intolerance. 26. Inter-relationship of infant feeding and dentistry. 27. Kangaroo mother care (KMC). 28. Breastfeeding in infants with Oro-facial defects. 29. Breastfeeding in childhood illnesses. Part III: Other Related Aspects: 30. Role of lactation professionals. 31. Human milk bank and donation. 32. Infant Milk Substitute (IMS) Act. 33. Breastfeeding experiences from Rwanda, East Africa. Part IV: Frequently Asked Questions: 34. Myths and misconceptions about breastfeeding – Debunked!