Breastfeeding : a guide for the medical profession /

Breastfeeding is a comprehensive reference that provides basic science information as well as practical applications. Dr. Ruth Lawrence-a pioneer in the field of human lactation-covers the uses of certain drugs in lactating women, infectious diseases related to lactation, the latest Australian resea...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Lawrence, Ruth A., 1924-
Corporate Author: ScienceDirect (Online service)
Other Authors: Lawrence, Robert M. (Robert Michael), 1951-
Format: eBook
Language:English
Language Notes:English.
Published: Maryland Heights, Mo. : Mosby/Elsevier, ©2011.
Edition:7th ed.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:Breastfeeding is a comprehensive reference that provides basic science information as well as practical applications. Dr. Ruth Lawrence-a pioneer in the field of human lactation-covers the uses of certain drugs in lactating women, infectious diseases related to lactation, the latest Australian research on anatomy and physiology, and much more⁵in print and online. Provide thoughtful guidance to the breastfeeding mother according to her circumstances, problems, and lifestyle from integrated coverage of evidence-based data and practical experience. Make appropriate drug recommendations, including approved medications, over-the-counter medications, and herbal remedies.
Physical Description:1 online resource (xiii, 1114 pages) : illustrations
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781437735901
1437735908