The Nursing Mother's Herbal (The Human Body Library)
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By: Sheila Humphrey
Format: Paperback
From: Fairview Press
Pub. Date: November 2003
From: Fairview Press
Pub. Date: November 2003
Product Details:
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2003-12-25
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 224
Ean: 9781577491187
Isbn: 1577491181
Catalog: Book
Release Date: 2003-12-25
Media: Paperback
Number Of Pages: 224
Ean: 9781577491187
Isbn: 1577491181
ABOUT THE BOOK
EDITORIAL REVIEW
Many women take St.John's wort for post-partum depression, but is it safe for their nursing infants? Whcih herbs can a new mother take to increase or inhibit milk production? Are there natural remedies for mastitis or chronic yeast infections? This integrative guide answers these and other questions about the effects of herbs, dietary supplements, and other natural products on nursing women and their babies.
USER REVIEWS
"This book isn't all it's advertised. It, in my opinion, was pretty much the same information that my Doctor was giving me- "We don't really know.. SO you probably shouldn't do XYZ." there wasn't a whole lot of real information or study's cited. I gained more knowledge from Dr. Hale's book than this one. I would pass on this one unless you collect books, or are looking to help people- but for the everyday average mom- not a real great resource."
~ Written on 2008-05-19
~ Written on 2008-05-19
"This is a wonderful, incredibly helpful book, full of hard to find information. I highly recommend it!"
~ Written on 2008-04-07
~ Written on 2008-04-07
"Taking prescription drugs or herbs while breastfeeding are a constant concern for nursing mothers. Shelia Humphrey's fine book is an easy-to-read guide about breastfeeding, herbs and dietary supplements.
Her conversational style is backed up by serious, solid research. The author is an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant and has studied botany at the college level. She is also an ob-gyn nurse and La Leche League leader.
I found this book to be especially useful in treating the problems and complications that often come with breastfeeding. The Nursing Mother's Herbal offered safe and natural treatments to help me combat mastitis and candida."
~ Written on 2007-11-26
Her conversational style is backed up by serious, solid research. The author is an IBCLC-certified lactation consultant and has studied botany at the college level. She is also an ob-gyn nurse and La Leche League leader.
I found this book to be especially useful in treating the problems and complications that often come with breastfeeding. The Nursing Mother's Herbal offered safe and natural treatments to help me combat mastitis and candida."
~ Written on 2007-11-26
"I'm so glad to have this resource as a part of my library. After nursing my first child for 20 months and my second child for 27 months and counting, this is something I should have bought as soon as it was published. There's a quick index in the back with each herb listed alphabetically which really came in handy last weekend when I needed to verify the safety of an herbal tea for treating cold and flu symptoms. Don't wait, add it to your collection today!"
~ Written on 2005-08-09
~ Written on 2005-08-09
"The main focus of "The Nursing Mother's Herbal" is Breastfeeding. Herbal remedies are also included.
Sheila Humphrey has included just about everything you would want to know about this subject. She has also included information on specific herbal remedies for various situations.
If you are trying to decide between breastfeeding and feeding your baby "formula" you will want to read the benefits and risks section in chapter one. There is also information on donated milk and other fascinating facts.
This book is divided into 11 main sections:
The Health Benefits of Breastfeeding & Health Risks of Baby Formulas
Successful Breastfeeding - Everything from finding a lactation specialist to organizing your day.
How Milk is Made and Why This Matters
Herbs and Herbal Products
Healthcare Options - A discussion about Western and Conventional Medicine.
Postpartum Recovery - What to eat and what to expect after delivery.
Solutions for Regulating Your Milk Supply - herbal help
Breast Problems
Common Illnesses and Health Problems
Common Signs to look for when Your Child is Ill
Weaning and the Return to Fertility
The Nursing Mother's Herbal is one of the books I'd recommend to every woman who is considering becoming a mother or who is already pregnant. This book gives you a wealth of information and I think it is one of the most interesting books I've ever read on breastfeeding and postpartum issues.
Sheila also encourages you to find the support you need. She gives excellent advice on how to deal with every aspect of breastfeeding and also focuses on the most intricate details of every positive and negative situation that could occur. There are recipes for various "galactogogue teas" to encourage a good milk supply. By reading this book you can also find out interesting things about why you should not use aloe vera gel and why you might want to use tea rinses or poultices made from herbs for their skin healing properties.
Other features include:
An extensive list of organizations and websites
A Plant Safety Table (they also include information on herbs that will help or decrease milk production)
Detailed Information about Herbs like fennel, fenugreek, hops and milk thistle.
"The Nursing Mother's Herbal" is simply fascinating and I can highly recommend it to mothers who are preparing for breastfeeding or who are considering their options.
~The Rebecca Review"
~ Written on 2004-06-06
Sheila Humphrey has included just about everything you would want to know about this subject. She has also included information on specific herbal remedies for various situations.
If you are trying to decide between breastfeeding and feeding your baby "formula" you will want to read the benefits and risks section in chapter one. There is also information on donated milk and other fascinating facts.
This book is divided into 11 main sections:
The Health Benefits of Breastfeeding & Health Risks of Baby Formulas
Successful Breastfeeding - Everything from finding a lactation specialist to organizing your day.
How Milk is Made and Why This Matters
Herbs and Herbal Products
Healthcare Options - A discussion about Western and Conventional Medicine.
Postpartum Recovery - What to eat and what to expect after delivery.
Solutions for Regulating Your Milk Supply - herbal help
Breast Problems
Common Illnesses and Health Problems
Common Signs to look for when Your Child is Ill
Weaning and the Return to Fertility
The Nursing Mother's Herbal is one of the books I'd recommend to every woman who is considering becoming a mother or who is already pregnant. This book gives you a wealth of information and I think it is one of the most interesting books I've ever read on breastfeeding and postpartum issues.
Sheila also encourages you to find the support you need. She gives excellent advice on how to deal with every aspect of breastfeeding and also focuses on the most intricate details of every positive and negative situation that could occur. There are recipes for various "galactogogue teas" to encourage a good milk supply. By reading this book you can also find out interesting things about why you should not use aloe vera gel and why you might want to use tea rinses or poultices made from herbs for their skin healing properties.
Other features include:
An extensive list of organizations and websites
A Plant Safety Table (they also include information on herbs that will help or decrease milk production)
Detailed Information about Herbs like fennel, fenugreek, hops and milk thistle.
"The Nursing Mother's Herbal" is simply fascinating and I can highly recommend it to mothers who are preparing for breastfeeding or who are considering their options.
~The Rebecca Review"
~ Written on 2004-06-06