Breastfeeding and the Fourth Trimester
Lucy Webber
2024
Written by IBCLC and midwife Lucy Webber, this book offers a compassionate, evidence-based guide to breastfeeding during the early postpartum period. It addresses common challenges, provides practical advice, and includes personal stories to support new parents through the fourth trimester.
Why It’s Included:
Webber's holistic approach emphasizes the importance of understanding and supporting the unique experiences of each family. Her guidance is grounded in the latest research, making it a valuable resource for those seeking to navigate the complexities of early parenthood with confidence.
Who It’s For:
Expectant and new parents, lactation consultants, doulas, and healthcare professionals involved in postpartum care.
“Applying breastfeeding information in a practical way when you have just met your newborn baby can be overwhelming. Even if you learned how to breastfeed a baby during your pregnancy, you now need to learn how to breastfeed THIS baby! Lucy Webber gently and simply guides parents day by day, week by week in what to expect and what to do”
Further Reading:
The Fourth Trimester – Kimberly Ann Johnson
The First Forty Days – Heng Ou
Nourishing Newborn Mothers – Julia Jones
Our article: “Planning a Gentle Postpartum”
