Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. This book reassures mothers that breastfeeding and caring for multiples just takes a little more time than caring for a singleton. Perseverance paid off the lll book mothering multiples by karen kerkhoff gromada became my bible and gave me confidence in my ability to produce enough milk for two babies. I have two boys, ages 5 and 7 and successfullty breastfed both of them for close to a year. Lllgb shop comprehensive range of books, leaflets and information sheets for breastfeeding. The experiences of mothers in this group provided the basis for her book mothering multiples. Company number 1566925 registered charity number 283771. Breastfeeding of multiples makes up much of the contents, so you would probably also need to complement with a pregnancybirth book not necessarily for multiples, i much much preferred good old the pregnancy book by william sears over the terrorizing and dubious advice in when youre expecting twins, triplets or quads by barbara luke, as. Now lll s classic bestselling guide has been reworked, refocused, and updated for todays mothers and lifestyles. Mothering multiples by karen kerkhoff gromada healthy babies. You might be the only mother of twins in your lll group, says elder, but youll find the other mothers are experiencing many of the same joys and challenges and youll get knowledgeable help with. Breastfeeding and caring for twins by karen kerkhoff gromada, karen gromada kerkhoff and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at.
The bottom line is if you have multiple reasons to believe youre carrying multiples, talk to your midwife or doctor about determining the truth. It does give recommendations of managing the trials of mothering multiples, but keeps the priorities straight. Lll usa supports all breastfeeding, chest feeding, and human milk feeding families, inclusive of their race, ethnicity, immigration status, national origin, creed, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, family structure, primary language, ability, or socioeconomic status. Which can also create the belief that they have gotten pregnant with twins or wonder what they can do to increase the chances of having twins. See more ideas about breastfeeding, breastfeeding support and breastfeeding tips.
With that said, its nice to find a book that helps moms of multiples give their little ones a wonderful, loving start. Do read the womanly art of breastfeeding, mothering multiples by karen gromada. Working mothers, stayathome mums, single mums, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the books range of breastfeeding information and stories from preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy to feeding cues, from nursing positions to expressing and storing breastmilk. I have been attending lll meetings for more than 15 years and have been a leader for over 12 years.
Breastfeeding and caring for twins or more these are also helpful for tandem nursing. Love these books when im pregnant, hate them when im not. There is no better beginning for your baby than the womanly art of breastfeeding. Needless to say it was the closest book on my nightstand and i havent read it in awhile. The lll book mothering multiples by karen kerkhoff gromada became my bible and gave me confidence in my ability to produce enough milk for two babies.
In this third revised edition of mothering multiples, author karen kerkhoff gromada offers valuable information with an emphasis on breastfeeding and attachmentstyle parenting. Maternity is pre sented by these feminists as a set, immutable role, not as a state involving change and exchange. Demeter press took on the challenge of discussing multiples through on mothering multiples. I also set up help ahead of time, help to take care of all the other aspects of life so i could focus on nursing the babies the first 6 weeks. None of the mothers in my family or my husbands had ever breastfed.
Complexities and possibilities is not a traditional guide or how to parenting book. This also leads to questions of how one knows that one is expecting twins, triplets or more. Many mothers of multiples find themselves asking these questions. Breastfeeding and caring for twins or more by karen. Its very reassuring to many mothers ive worked with, because it shows all of the positives along with the negatives. An llli classic, available in english, spanish, dutch and italian. Its no secret that breastfeeding is the normal, healthy way to nourish and nurture your baby. I havent finished it yet, but id highly recommend it so far. Early life and bondingattachment set the stage for the rest of an individuals life. Dec 08, 2008 several moms have asked us for book suggestions on breastfeeding.
While a feminist like friedan is aware of femininity as a. I am now pregnant with twins and am afraid that i will not be able to successfully breastfeed two, or if i can i am. They disapproved of my desire to do so, explaining that it was too exhausting and telling me stories of women who failed. Breastfeeding and caring for twins or more by karen kerkhoff gomada.
Move your mouse over the blue ball to the left of the book title to see lllis description of the book. Lll books ltd, po box 29, west bridgford, nottingham, ng2 7np. Books from our lending library are available to check out till the next monthly meeting. Mamatomama support visit our breastfeeding forum for a place where mamas can ask breastfeeding questions and share their concerns, joys, and frustrations available for registered users only.
While pregnant and mothering multiples less than 18 months old you are invited to attend our babies and bellies group this group meets during the hour prior to the monthly support meeting, at 6. Food and herbs that promote milk production and a mothers health hilary jacobson mothering multiples gromada motherwise. I am now pregnant with twins and am afraid that i will not be able to successfully breastfeed two, or if i can i am afraid i will not enjoy it. After giving births to 30 week twins i hoped for some more really good advice from this book to help with breastfeeding. During the early days with my third baby, i felt a special connection in my heart and soul with my lll colleagues and with all the mothers. They can relate quite well to the gamut of feelings that the mothers in the book express. I would often come home from them ready to face whatever challenges came my way. Lll s mothering concepts helped shape the person i am and the mother i am. Working mothers, stayathome mums, single mums, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the book s range of breastfeeding information and stories from preparing for breastfeeding.
Now llls classic bestselling guide has been reworked, refocused, and updated for todays mothers and lifestyles. My doctors wife, a lactation consultant, was a big help as well as another public health nurse. Sometimes, a mothers intuition is the best indicator of whether or not shes having twins. Working mothers, stayathome mums, single mums, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the books range of breastfeeding information and stories from preparing for breastfeeding. Keep a drink and snack handy plus books or music to pass the time. This book is a favorite of our own fabulous rns who are raising twins. Complexities and possibilities, a book that promised to reexplore, represent, and make meaning of the process of conception, pregnancy, childbirth, and mothering experiences with multiples. Pointing to the difficult dilemma of contemporary american parenting, the author states quite apodictically that hindu multiple mothering proves western women with no usable model for overcoming the conflict between childcare and career. The first fulllength book on the subject of tandem nursing provides comprehensive answers to a wide range of questions related to breastfeeding during pregnancy and nursing siblings.
Jun 30, 2007 i just got a copy of mothering multiples. During the early days with my third baby, i felt a special connection in my heart and soul with my lll colleagues and with all the mothers whose breastfeeding wisdom has been passed along. Virtually all mothers can breastfeed one or more infants, provided that. Rude questions and their appropriate responses aside, the desire to have twins is present in many people. Working mothers, stayathome mums, single mums, and mothers of multiples will all benefit from the book s range of breastfeeding information and stories from preparing for breastfeeding during pregnancy to feeding cues, from nursing positions to expressing and storing breastmilk. Quote chain book giveaway too kim becker aka mommyknows. Registered nurse and lactation consultant karen kerkhoff gromada presents the third revised edition of mothering multiples. This is mainly a compilation of stories and experiences by mothers of multiples. The author also provides current information on her website at softcover, 448 pages.
Pregnancy and birth birth countdown to optimal, sylvie donna. Leche league leader who started a group for mothers breastfeeding multiples and lll published the guide. Motherhood to mothering and beyond allwomen, thereby ignoring differences between women, as well as the complex interaction between corporeality, psychology, and culture. Karen kerkhoff gromada, ibclc is the author of mothering multiples. Sep 01, 2007 registered nurse and lactation consultant karen kerkhoff gromada presents the third revised edition of mothering multiples. The womanly art of breastfeeding is the book no breastfeeding mum should be without.
A great resource if you are wanting to lookup information or have particular questions. Breastfeeding and caring for twins or more by karen kerkhoff gromada nursing mother, working mother. Nursing positions for twins from the website of karen kerkhoff gromada, ibclc, author of mothering multiples. Up until recently, meetings have reengerized and inspired me. The experiences of the groups mothers provided the basis for her book mothering multiples. Any mother or mothertobe is both welcome and encouraged to checkout the womanly art of breastfeeding and breastfeeding pure and simple. Members are welcome to check out any of the books listed below. Haley scribner, area coordinator of leaders acl at the area council meeting, i experienced a wonderful sense of connection as i always do from lll events. Information for health professionals and citizens, including state health statistics, prevention and health promotion, and health care and healthrelated professions. In keeping with our goal to provide support and education to all mothers and expectant mothers, we provide access to our group library. Breastfeeding and caring for twins or more book online at best prices in india on.