Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding and Human Lactation: A Guide for the Practitioner, Second Edition explores the characteristics of breastfeeding problems that can be seen, heard, or observed, and allows the assessor to distinguish between breastfeeding problems and actual medical issues.

This text is designed for healthcare professionals who are responsible for constructing a comprehensive process for determining the breastfeeding status of mothers and infants. While past experience can provide some direction for exploration, a thorough assessment demands detailed examination of the unique aspects of the new situation. Assessors must individually tailor their approach depending on the circumstances; this text offers appropriate solutions to various potential issues.

The Second Edition of Maternal and Infant Assessment for Breastfeeding includes extensive new colored pictures and diagrams, as well as additional key information on the challenges of breastfeeding a premature infant.