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LACTIVATE!: A User's Guide To Breastfeeding by [Jill Krause, Chrisie Rosenthal IBCLC]

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LACTIVATE!: A User's Guide To Breastfeeding Kindle Edition

by Jill Krause (Author), Chrisie Rosenthal IBCLC (Author) Format: Kindle Edition

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Tackle breastfeeding challenges with clear info and confidence

Breastfeeding moms will tell you milk makin’ comes with health and convenience benefits—and a million questions. Lactivate! is a judgment-free advice book with the latest knowledge of breastfeeding, supporting you to make the best decisions for yourself and your family.

From solving everyday breastfeeding problems to clearing a plugged milk duct, this guide will help you create the ultimate biological synchronization between you and your child.

Unlike other breastfeeding books, Lactivate! includes:

First 90 days—Learn helpful information, like how to optimize your breast pump and how to monitor your milk supply.
FAQ—When will your milk come in? Are there foods you can’t eat? All your questions are answered.
Helpful illustrations—Images show you how your baby should latch and how to identify the fungal infection thrush.

The breastfeeding strategies and principles in Lactivate! will allow you to raise your child with confidence.

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December 10, 2019
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Discover expert guidance and clear instructions to help new moms address breastfeeding challenges.

Learn how to break a latch, manage discomfort, and more

Prepare for everything from your first feed to weaning your baby

Pick up this book and prepare for everything from your first feed to weaning your baby!

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“Nothing quite prepares you for the world of breastfeeding, but this book comes as close as humanly possible. Lactivate is a perfect compilation of thoughtful best practices and answers to all the questions―big and small―you didn’t know you’d have. Even now, as I breastfeed my fourth (and last!) baby, I’m so grateful for Jill’s wisdom and guidance. Essential to any mom opting to breastfeed.”―Amy Nelson, CEO and founder of The Riveter

“As the modern mother looks to return to work postpartum, Lactivate provides a framework for breastfeeding that empowers her to feel confident and powerful in her choice! As a working and breastfeeding mother, this book is chock-full of tips, resources, and support to not only stress less about pumping at work but also provides me with encouragement to provide the most optimal nutrition for my newborn.”―Blessing Adesiyan, founder & CEO of Mother Honestly

“This is a book I wish I had when I was breastfeeding my daughter and had no place else to turn with my questions. The colorful images are so helpful and easy to understand. A go-to baby shower gift!” ―Jennifer Borget, blogger and creator of Cherish365.com

--This text refers to the paperback edition.

About the Author

JILL KRAUSE's first book, 50 Things to Do Before You Deliver: The First Time Mom's Pregnancy Guide, was published in 2018. Jill is a graduate of the Missouri School of Journalism, University of Missouri.

CHRISIE ROSENTHAL is a respected Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in Los Angeles, and owner of The Land Of Milk and Mommy. --This text refers to the paperback edition.

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ASIN ‏ : ‎ B081TLVFMJ
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Rockridge Press (December 10, 2019)
Publication date ‏ : ‎ December 10, 2019
Language ‏ : ‎ English
File size ‏ : ‎ 2314 KB
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Print length ‏ : ‎ 167 pages
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Best Sellers Rank: #41,280 in Kindle Store (See Top 100 in Kindle Store)
- #1 in Breastfeeding
- #16 in Pregnancy & Childbirth (Kindle Store)
- #114 in Pregnancy & Childbirth (Books)

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Chrisie Rosenthal is a highly respected Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) and mom of 3 boys (including twins!) in Los Angeles. Her private practice, The Land of Milk and Mommy has supported thousands of families over the years. She currently provides virtual breastfeeding consultations and classes. She’s a graduate from San Diego State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Broadcasting and Film and obtained her IBCLC through the UCSD Lactation Consultant program. You can reach out to her at her website www.landofmilkandmommy.com or on Instagram at @thelandofmilkandmommy

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Kelly

Must Have! Great Baby Shower Gift!

Reviewed in the United States on January 4, 2020

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I have read a few books now in regards to expecting/breastfeeding. This is by far my favorite for breastfeeding. It’s straight and to the point. It’s a easy read with tons of information. The best part is it is completely judgement free. They even give you different options to help you find something that suits you. As a first time mother to be, that is very important to me. Two of my friends had babies in the last year. They told me I had to read “A Parents Guide to Breastfeeding” by Amy Spangler, it was judgey but had so much good information in it. Well I read that book after reading Lactivate! and I wasn’t impressed with it at all. It didn’t offer any new information and on top of that you had to dealing with the judging. I also originally bought “The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding” knowing the reviews said it was also very judgey. I just figured I’d get the information I can from it and ignore the judgey part. Since I got this book I just ended up returning it because I realized there are non judgey books out there. I can not recommend Lactivate! enough. I will definitely be keeping it on hand as a quick reference for when I need it.

After reading this book all I could think is how this would be a great baby shower gift! I will be adding it into baby shower gifts from now on.

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Kate

Must-read for FTMs!

Reviewed in the United States on August 10, 2020

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Before reading this book, breastfeeding seemed like this huge, overwhelming, intimidating world that I didn’t understand. As a first-time expecting mom, all I ever heard was horror stories from other moms about how hard it is to breastfeed, how much pain they suffered through, etc. It was such a relief to find this book and have everything laid out in simple, easy-to-understand terms. It’s such an easy read and I finished it in only a few days during my third trimester. The writing comes across like a supportive big sister who has been there and understands the challenges but is still cheering you on! I’m encouraged and hopeful that my breastfeeding journey will be a bit more smooth thanks to this book, but I love that it will be easy to refer back to troubleshooting tips when we’ll inevitably hit bumps in the road. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for this helpful, approachable resource! -Kate

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Daniella

Best breastfeeding book right now!!!

Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2020

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I’m a NICU/OB nurse and bought this while studying for my IBCLC exam and this book is amazing. Informative, fun, supportive, and easy to read. Highly recommend it for pregnant and breastfeeding moms and for anyone interested in learning the process. These ladies killed it. This book will be going on my Breastfeeding Book Recommendations list at my ob office. They emphasize that mental health is important and feeding your baby is key, but also that learning about your body and why things are happening shouldn’t be a topic that goes unnoticed.

14 people found this helpful

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Miriam

Best breastfeeding guide!!!

Reviewed in the United States on February 24, 2020

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This book is a must have for any breastfeeding mama (or someone supporting a breastfeeding loved one). It’s so much that’s been missing from the breastfeeding world: comprehensive, super funny, practical, easy to navigate. I’m currently nursing my second baby and after a 14+ month breastfeeding journey with my first, and Im STILL finding this book incredibly useful for new challenges as they arise (and some much needed laughs along with them). Great to have by the bedside, highly recommended!

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Liz Moore

VERY Helpful Tool Even for Non-First Time Moms

Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2020

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I’m due any day with baby #2 and needed a refresher on breastfeeding. This covers breastfeeding AND problems with breastfeeding from A to Z! I read it from cover to cover in 2 days, I loved it so much! I’m getting it spiral bound and laminated to save as a quick reference guide (it’s also small enough to fit in the diaper bag) and highlight important points in!

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Mal

Would recommend as an IBCLC

Reviewed in the United States on February 11, 2022

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I am an IBCLC. Overall, I think this will be a helpful tool/resource to have in my back pocket. In many ways, it's most of what I'd have written in a book if I were to write a book (give or take a few sentences/comments). There's not a list of benefits of breastfeeding for mom/baby in the book, which is my main critique. There are some sprinkled throughout, but remembering all the benefits has kept me going on some rough days of my own BF journey, like when dealing with thrush, etc. It's fairly basic and straightforward. I appreciate that they refer for help when things start getting more complicated- I'm glad they didn't try to tackle too much in the book.

I plan to have a few copies on hand (Amazon sale!) given my current season of life with lots of people I know having babies and just type up a list of benefits to stick in the front when I gift a copy! I appreciate that it’s not as guilt-inducing as some of the older BF resources.

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Jennie

No judgments here! Straightforward.

Reviewed in the United States on September 2, 2020

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Quick to read, funny, informative and no judgment! Love that they emphasize that everyone is different and what works for one mommy/baby might not work for another & that you should not be ashamed for however you decide to feed your baby. I am due in 8 weeks and will be referring back to this book & hoping to have a successful breastfeeding journey with my little one!

3 people found this helpful

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Melissa

Helped Have A Successful Breastfeeding Journey

Reviewed in the United States on August 17, 2021

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I bought this book a few months before my daughter was due. I knew from the get go that I wanted to breastfeed, and was soo excited to come across this guide. Short and full of amazing information, this is perfect for the first time mom like myself! I’ve gone back to this book time and time again throughout my nursing journey. Love how each topic is broken up and the author is non judgmental when it comes to how each individual decides to breastfeed, combo feed or pump. Currently on code 030 Weaning, after a full year of breastfeeding!

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It's a good book, but...

Reviewed in the Netherlands on July 30, 2020

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This was the first book I read as a preparation for my breast feeding journey. It is indeed a book with lots of useful info and as other reviewers say totally non-judgmental. Later I came across the Thompson Method for breast feeding that I can really highly recommend to everyone. I don't agree with certain advice anymore as it is described in this book. If you are interested in the mainstream advice, go for this book. If you are interested in a gentle, intuitive, evidence based approach, get the online course for the Thompson Method.

JackyJonesSyberg

Cute

Reviewed in Canada on March 5, 2021

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Cute little book, able to read In about two days. Good basic information nothing mind blowing.

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