Brown Bear: Giant of the Mountains (Animal Close-Ups)

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Another good reason to visit your local florist...

This book is a huge hit !!

A good book for the lover of flower arrangement

The Complete Book of Floral Design

beautiful book

Flowers: The Complete Book of Floral Design
Paula Pryke
Manufacturer: Rizzoli International Publications
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0847826430
Release Date: 2004-10-29

Book Description

Paula Pryke is one of the leading floral designers in the world today and is an inspiration not only to do-it-yourselfers but to professionals in the floral and interior design. This book profiles more than 80 projects, which are divided into two distinctive styles-classic and contemporary. The first chapter features arrangements that have stood the test of time and have become classics in their own rights; the next section features those that are on the cutting edge. For each arrangement, Paula takes the readers on a very personal journey through her color and design choices that make each project one-of-a-kind.
This career-spanning catalogue of Paula's unique approach to flower arranging illustrates how her style has evolved, and shows how flowers are the finishing touch to any room or table setting. Combined with comprehensive information on techniques, step-by-step instructions and photographs, this is a practical guide to floral arrangements for the novice as well as an inspiration to the more accomplished florist. With this book, anyone can create memorable floral compositions that add color and style to any room.

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Another good reason to visit your local florist..........2007-08-30

Paula, what a wonderful book! I have it on hand in my store for customers to peruse though. I would recommend this book to all who appreciate flowers, and the art of floristry.

Magnolia Village Florist, Inc.
Seattle, WA

This book is a huge hit !! .......2007-05-06

I sent this to a florist friend as a gift !! It is a huge hit. They love the photos and are recreating many of the arrangements. I highly recommend this book for flower lovers and florists alike.

A good book for the lover of flower arrangement.......2007-01-10

This book is a good tool for anyone interested in learning how to arrange flowers. It has beautiful pictures and good explanations on mechanics and how to do most of the arrangements, however, the most difficult and therefore prettier do not have much instructions, so you also need to use a little imagination.

The Complete Book of Floral Design.......2006-02-22

This is a great book for visual pictures of different arrangements and ideas you may want to put together!! Lots of pretty pictures!

beautiful book.......2005-09-30

I love the book, and there is some great advice in it but I was looking for abit more of a "how-to" type of book. The book is mostly photos of her work with a black and white section of some instructional aspects of making bouquets, etc. There is also a small encyclopedia-like section of flowers which explains some aspects to the flowers but does not include general price range. I was hoping it would be the only book I needed to buy to do my wedding flowers, but I don't think it will be.

The Little Book of Floral Designs for Silk Ribbon

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The Little Book of Floral Designs for Silk Ribbon
Helen Dafter
Manufacturer: Sally Milner Publishing
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1863512640

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Capture the delicate beauty and grace of some of nature's most breathtaking creations in silk ribbon embroidery. Sunflowers, tulips, freesia, dahlias, daffodils, and more than a dozen others are vibrantly showcased in exquisite ribbon work. Whether you want to make a silk garden to hang on a wall, embellish a garment, or design a small project such as a sachet or cushion, you'll find plenty of inspiration and instruction here. Diagrams and materials lists enable you to reproduce nature's glory in dazzlingly authentic colors. You can practically smell the sweet fragrances of these lovely silk ribbon blossoms wafting from this delightful volume. With basic "how-tos" and a stitch glossary.

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Vibrant floral education
A very visually rich book
lovely, but it's more of a recipe book, really...
Flowers at their best!
Difficult to top!

Flowers: The Book of Floral Design
Malcolm Hillier
Manufacturer: DK ADULT
ProductGroup: Book
Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 078945954X

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Fresh flowers in your home add a deeply personal touch, whether you prefer a simple bouquet of sweet peas on your nightstand or an elegant arrangement of lilies in the foyer. Malcolm Hillier's book Flowers may well be the ultimate guide to floral design for both professionals and novices; the photography is beautiful, the tools and techniques are explained in detail, and the unusual A-to-Z plant directory will have you swooning with delight.

Within its 500 pages, this book contains both creative inspiration and practical tips. Different styles of arrangement are examined, from simple nosegays to timeless ikebana, and with each style, equal attention is paid to both overall form and specific plant suggestions. Instructions for various projects are included, and range from a time-consuming garland to a trendy wedding bouquet of peonies and feathers. Whimsical rose petal "cocktails" are charming, while a traditional holly-filled urn makes a perfect holiday centerpiece.

New students of flower arranging will want to start with the "practical techniques" chapter, or some of these projects may seem a bit overwhelming. This chapter shows the proper methods of choosing and treating flowers for long-lasting blooms, as well as wiring and gluing techniques. The step-by-step photos that accompany the straightforward instructions are a huge help; novices will be feeling like Martha Stewart in no time. The plant directory arranges blossoms by type, color, season, and scent, and includes special plants known for their dramatic effects or need for special treatment. This is the place to turn when you're designing a special color-coordinated bridal bouquet or seasonal arrangement; the suggestions include both classic and unusual plants, so no matter what style you're looking for, you're sure to find ideas. --Jill Lightner

Book Description

The flower arranger's bible from the bestselling floral designer. Simple or complex, discreet or exuberant, colorful or quiet, masses of inspired ideas fill the pages of this beautiful volume. Designs for every room in the home and every occasion are shown, from simple arrangements to brighten up your kitchen to elaborate displays for special dinner parties. Thanksgiving and other holiday themes are showcased, as are ideas for weddings and church occasions and flower gifts for birthdays, Mother's Day, and Valentine's day. Wealth Of Techniques: All practical aspects of flower design are clearly explained and illustrated, including assembling your essential kit; choosing and adapting containers; and selecting, buying, and preparing material. Step-by-step action shots guide you through all the key techniques, from making wreath bases and drying your favorite flowers to enhancing special bouquets with trimmings and wrapping. An extensive A-Z catalog of plants provides an accessible, quick-reference source that will serve both experienced arrangers and complete beginners. All plants are shown photographically to aid identification, and essential flower arranging information is given on vase life, special attributes, and care requirements. Preserved material and other ingredients, such as shells and feathers, are also featured.

Customer Reviews:

Vibrant floral education.......2007-05-03

The plant directory was extensive, but I would have liked a little more information on the growth cycle of the plants or the zones in which they grow. The basics are all there and I would suggest to anyone buying the book that they do read the introductory chapters. The floral arrangements are absolutely beautiful and the author also gives alternatives to the arrangements to suit your taste. Very nice.

A very visually rich book.......2005-01-08

This is a very wonderful book, which the Floral Design Institute uses as a supplement "textbook" to their syllabus. It is rather heavy but well worth every page as the book is packed with beautiful arrangements and spilling with creative ideas. There aren't a lot of step-by-step instructions on mechanics, but the book gets the point of selecting different material colors and textures across - which, in my opinion, is a significant factor to consider when it comes to floral arranging.

lovely, but it's more of a recipe book, really..........2004-10-03

This is a gorgeous book, with gorgeous flowers. However, it's less of a learning tool, then a recipe book. While it does grace upon a few floral design basics, it doesn't spend a great deal of time on it. The raw information it conveys is pretty light, having more to do with warm, neutral, and stark colors, as well as a few techniques on drying flowers and taping them (etc). The bulk of the book is taken up by pictures of arrangements, and little "recipes" on how to make them. A good book for someone who doesn't want to learn the mechanics of floral design, a good book for the coffee table -- but ultimately, not a good book for someone who wants to study design on a more advanced or technical level.

Flowers at their best!.......2003-12-04

Any book on flowers by Malcolm Hillier is bound to be a winner. His passion for fresh and dried flower arrangements spans more than thirty years and his experience and innate sense of design is brilliantly displayed in this latest effort on fresh floral design. This 500 page full color coffee table book is hard to put down. Page after page of floral arrangements are displayed with lists of ingredients, tips on display vessels, and alternative suggestions should the original design not quite suit the surroundings or available materials.

It is a fun book with suggestions most of us would not readily think of like, Peonies arranged in Chinese lettuce. Instructions are given for choosing the peonies, conditioning the flowers, extending the life of the lettuce leaves, or chicory if you prefer, and suitable conditions under which to use such an arrangement.

Or, how about a box with a wok inside to hold water for hosta leaves, iris flowers and a rose, appropriately named the Blue Lagoon.

There is so much to read and try in this book that the senses cannot take it all in in one sitting. And, yet many of the decorations contain only a few carefully chosen elements.

Chapters include Elements of Design, Inspirations for the Home, Seasonal Arrangements, and Special Occasion. The chapters on Practical Techniques are presented by a master and his words are personal and direct.

The A-Z Directory of plants is a work of art all its own. Each plant is presented in color in flower with its most often used common name, its scientific name, the season it flowers, care tips for extending vase life and and estimate of vase life.

Perhaps, the only thing better than Mr. Hillier's lusty flower arrangements and explicit directions are the incredibly beautiful photographs taken by Stephen Hayward.

This book will take your breath away and reward you with a little bit of heaven.

Difficult to top!.......2003-05-09

This book is tops! I am trying to find another book on flower arranging as a gift for my mother-in-law who loves the subject, but I keep coming back to this one. Creativly inspired and visually stunning, just browsing through it is amazing.

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Wedding Flowers (Victoria Magazine)
Allison Kyle Leopold , and Gerit Quealy
Manufacturer: Hearst
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 1588160939

Art Nouveau Flowers and Floral Ornament CD-ROM and Book (Full-Color Electronic Design Series)

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Art Nouveau Flowers and Floral Ornament CD-ROM and Book (Full-Color Electronic Design Series)
Gustave Kolb , and Charles Gmelich
Manufacturer: Dover Publications
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0486998398

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Lovely, stylized drawings of actual plants — done in the sensuous, curvilinear style of Art Nouveau and displayed in ready-to-use panels, frames, spot illustrations, and other configurations — are placed alongside naturalistic renderings of the same species. The side-by-side arrangements allow commercial artists, designers, and hobbyists a wide choice of realistic and fanciful images. 318 illustrations.

Great Book of Floral Patterns: The Ultimate Design Sourcebook for Artists and Craftspeople

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Great Book of Floral Patterns: The Ultimate Design Sourcebook for Artists and Craftspeople
Lora S. Irish
Manufacturer: Fox Chapel Publishing
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ASIN: 1565232402

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More than 100 simple, realistic floral patterns are provided in this guide for scrollers, woodcarvers, and crafters. Designs for pansies, daisies, poppies, lilies, sunflowers, roses, and irises are included for a wide variety of media from painting to graphic design. Several of the flowers have multiple designs and feature leaf and stem work to be used for accents. Finished works of art in a variety of forms are pictured and discussed to teach and inspire artists and craftspeople in any media, including painting, quilting, ceramics, and more.

Art Nouveau Floral P Lib Of St (Poster Art Series)

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Art Nouveau Floral P Lib Of St (Poster Art Series)
Rh Value Publishing
Manufacturer: Crescent
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Victoria: At Home with Roses: Patterns, Petals & Prints to Adorn Every Room

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Victoria Roses & Dreams

Victoria: At Home with Roses: Patterns, Petals & Prints to Adorn Every Room

Manufacturer: Hearst
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Binding: Hardcover

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ASIN: 0688144748

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Victoria At Home with Roses pays tribute to this wondrous flower in all its incarnations, from rosebuds on the bedroom wallpaper to intricate needlepoint upholstery on the sofa, from bold china patterns to shy embroidered linens, from painted heirloom furniture to homemade potpourri. The rose has the power to create an "English cottage" look; transform the living room into a wedding celebration; set the table for tea for two or a Christmas banquet for twenty. It sweetens both bed and bath with rose-patterned linens and scents of rosy sachets and pomanders. And, of course, it makes even the tiniest garden sublime, turns the simplest bouquet into a masterpiece. More than 120 photographs stand as eloquent proof of the wonder and beauty of this flower at home.

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Victoria Roses & Dreams.......2000-08-01

I highly recommend this book. As usual, the Victoria people present every thing in its best light. The photographs are so beautiful, that you feel drawn in. The charm of the book is insurmountable.

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The most sensual and aesthetically pleasing garden book ever.......1999-09-07

Many garden books I use for reference. The Beckoning Path is a total aesthetic experience. The photography is some of the most stunning I have ever seen, incredible compositions of form and texture and color. When I open the book I enter into Ted Nierenberg's forest garden: I can smell the damp moss, hear the water coursing over rocks, feel the stillness of fallen snow. I have given away five copies of this book to gardening friends. I would give many more if I could find more copies, but it is now out of print. The garden, and the photographs of the garden, are poems written in leaves and water and bark.

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GREAT resource

Not very helpful for new moms

Every breastfeeding moms bible!

The Breastfeeding Book Every Woman Needs

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Seventh Revised Edition (La Leche League International Book)
La Leche League International
Manufacturer: Plume
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Binding: Paperback

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The Nursing Mother's Companion: Revised Edition

ASIN: 0452285801
Release Date: 2004-05-25

Book Description

All parents want the best for their babies, and thereÂ's no doubt about the fact that human milk is the ideal food for human babies. WhatÂ's the secret of successful breastfeeding? For almost fifty years mothers who have been in touch with La Leche League have found the kind of information and support they needed to breastfeed their babies.

In this newly revised edition of The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding, you will learn:

Â• How human milk offers lifetime benefits for your baby
Â• How to prepare for breastfeeding during pregnancy
Â• How to exercise and lose weight safely while nursing
Â• How to find time for yourself while meeting babyÂ's needs
Â• How to increase your milk supply by using herbs and medications
Â• How to be sure your baby is getting enough to eat

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding was the first book of its kind, written for mothers by mothers. Over the years, more than two million mothers have turned to it for information and inspiration.

Customer Reviews:

disinformation.......2007-10-10

I was sorely disappointing in reading just the first chapter. Information relayed in the book as to epidural effects on breastfeeding was used as a scare tactic as was the pushing natural delivery.

I was most disappointed because this is a group that comes highly recommended and yet presents opinions as facts that are in direct contrast to the Mayo Clinic.

It was a waste of $13.

GREAT resource.......2007-10-04

You know the LLL is the number one agency for breastfeeding resource and this is THEIR book. LOTS of info for those women who are undertaking this labor of love and want to be ready.

Not very helpful for new moms.......2007-09-24

Following the birth of my first child, I had lots of questions about breastfeeding, despite my attendance of a breastfeeding class and appointments with a lactation consultant. This book provides some motivation to breastfeed, but did not answer many of my questions, esp. technical ones regarding supply/demand, latch-on problems, etc.

Instead I recommend the Sears' breastfeeding book or The Nursing Mother's Companion by Huggins.

Every breastfeeding moms bible!.......2007-09-18

I used this book when my 7 yr old was born, actually after reading so many conflicting books, I NEEDED this book. Now my neighbor has a new baby, & I purchased this book for her. You just have to read what you need to know, don't take heart to some of the things the book will advise. La Leche can come on strong, but they have good intentions, and the book is one of them! Definately a good guide for new moms, or neighbors helping new moms! :-)

The Breastfeeding Book Every Woman Needs.......2007-09-16

Trust me, I read them all before my son was born. This is the one that got me through those 2am crises and supported me through our entire breastfeeding experience from birth to child-led weaning. Its solid information with good backing from a variety of professionals.

The Womanly art of Breastfeeding (Plume)

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Informative but condescending
Great inspiring book by actual breastfeeding mothers!
The Bible for Breastfeeding, No More Excuses!
AWFUL!!
Comprehensive BUT...

The Womanly art of Breastfeeding (Plume)
La Leche League International
Manufacturer: Plume
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Binding: Paperback

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ASIN: 0452266238

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Informative but condescending.......2006-06-17

I gave it 4 stars because it is very informative and got me excited about breastfeeding. However, this book is pretty insulting to those of us who have formula fed a baby. My first child was formula-fed, and parts of this book made me pretty angry because there are some very condescending statements. Basically, La Leche League equate mothering with breastfeeding. This book makes it sound like those of us who did not breastfeed are less of a mother somehow. It really doesn't get more insulting than that.

Here is a direct quote from the book: "The sensitivity that helps you do the right thing at the right time comes from knowing your baby. It develops as you spend time with him, but it develops more quickly, and to a greater degree, if you are nursing your baby."

I know there are many benefits of breastfeeding, but this whole "you will have a better bond with your baby if you breastfeed" thing seems to be just a scare tactic. Don't buy into it.

Other than the fact that this book may make you feel like the scum of the earth if you have ever given your baby formula, it's a helpful and informative book.

Great inspiring book by actual breastfeeding mothers!.......2004-12-30

This book is an essential tool for the breastfeeding mother. I bought this book because my aunt bought it a long time ago (in Spanish) and recommended it to me. I read all of the reviews and am surprised to read that some women were not satisfied with this book. If you are looking for a book about the most modern way to breastfeed, go buy yourself a breast pump. If you are interested in a book that touches your heart and lets you view the world of breastfeeding from the actual breast (for a first time mother), than this is the book for you. I've had many books and am a first time mother of a healthy, breastfed 5 month old. I bought this book 2 weeks ago and read it while I feed my son. It has taught me some vital facts about breastfeeding that I had not seen anywhere else.
As for the fact that they use the term "he" to describe the child figure, it is clearly stated on the back of the contents page that it was for clarity purposes. They write "she" for the mother figure, and "he" for the child figure.

The Bible for Breastfeeding, No More Excuses!.......2004-04-27

The Womanly Art has been considered the ultimate guide for the breastfeeding mother since the 1950s. In those days there was little medical research, most data was anecdotal and only a few mothers were really the only ones who knew what breastfeeding was really like. The breastfeeding rates in the USA at that point were abysmal (As was infant health,) and LLL and this book changed all that. Breastfeeding rates rose and continue to rise in the USA and Europe, babies became healthier and breastfeeding became the norm, as it should be, this book and LLL are responsible. If the information in this book wasn't working, breastfeeding wouldn't be as workable as it is for so many women for more than a generation, and have the record numbers of women now doing what is BEST for themselves and their babies. This book WORKS!

This book is comprehensive. It covers most aspects of breastfeeding, BUT it pulls NO punches. Having a baby is in no way a convenience, and caring for that baby properly is not convenient either. Breastfeeding is not always simple, but this book makes it direct, and gives you the power and knowlege on how to be successful. Some may be offended by this book's frankness, it's dedication to the fact that BABIES are what this is all about (not convenience) and some are threatened by the facts which prove the absoluteness that breastfeeding has no peer in infant feeding. But this book is honest, it gives the needed answers and it has thousands of women and babies to vouch for it.

Parenting is not for the weak, the complaining, or the excuse makers. That goes double for breastfeeding parents. Breastfeeding CAN be done, and this book ELIMINATES the excuses and leaves the reader with ONE choice, that breastfeeding can be done and should be done. Through it's gentle manner, interesting case studies and medical fact, excuses why "I couldn't breastfeed...." are explained, dealt with and then eliminated by this book. That might makes it *difficult* for some to read. But that is the reason why it is the BEST book on the market for parents. You can do this, and the Womanly Art will give you the ability to do so, if you are willing.

Eleanor Roosevelt once said, "No one can make you feel inferior without your consent." The same can be said for making one feel "Guilty." No one can make an other feel guilty, one can only tell the truth, which is what this book does.

Read this book, and perhaps speak with a local La Leche League leader, and you WILL be able to breastfeed. It may take some courage, but that is what parenting is all about.

AWFUL!!.......2003-12-31

This is quite possibly the most frustrating, UNHELPFUL book I have read during my pregnancy and since my baby was born. I am a first-time mother and am committed to breastfeeding, but I want to do so in addition to being myself, so I need practical advice about clothing for nursing, tips for breastfeeding outside of the confines of my home, returing to the workforce, etc. Even the general guidelines that are offered by LLL about these things are overshadowed by qualifiers like "if you must leave your tiny baby for a short time -- and the shorter the time the better..." Obviously, anyone reading this book has already made a committment to breastfeeding, so that LLL only succeeds in CREATING GUILT AND ANXIETY about any minute a woman spends away from her child. Perhaps the most offensive part of this book is its treatment of the father's role in breastfeeding which is summed up by the index entries that refer to the husband's role. One of only two entries listed under "husband" is "uncooperative." The entry for "father" is a little more inclusive of his role, but not nearly enough. I find this book entirely COUNTERPRODUCTIVE and will not give it or recommend it to anyone, particularly a new mother who needs a book that offers both practical, modern advice and encouragement.

Comprehensive BUT..........2002-09-12

This book does contain alot of information for the woman who wants to breastfeed such as I do. However, the thing that bothered me is that it is very one sided. La Leche League seems to push their views as the ONLY way to do things and the ONLY way to be. There is definitely helpful info here if you can weed out their opinions and use your own good judgement. I stopped reading this halfway when a friend recommended The Nursing Mother's Companion by Kathleen Huggins. That one is a must have.

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Sixth Revised Edition

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This book has the wrong title
Not useful as a guide, unless you're looking for lifestyle advice
Working mom who attends LLL
Old fashioned opinionated book insulting to the thinking mom
good, but needs a practical companion manual

The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding: Sixth Revised Edition
Gwen Gotsch , and Judy Torgus
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Here's the 35th-anniversary edition of the big book on breastfeeding, written by the experts at La Leche League International. The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding is a comprehensive resource guide providing just about everything you need to know about how--and why--to breastfeed your baby. Latch on to this book for step-by-step guides to early months, common concerns, problems, and weaning. Additional sections on general nutrition, sleep issues, going back to work, discipline, and fathering are useful for all breastfeeding mothers. Unfortunately the black-and-white photos are not always as clear as they should be, and the informative line-drawings are too scarce.

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This book has the wrong title.......2007-05-22

As other reviewers have said, this book has the wrong title. It should be 'LLL mothering philosphy, go elsewhere for practical advice'. There are only 3-4 pages on how to breastfeed, and the information on those pages is very basic. There is very little advice on good positioning and good latching, both of which are absolutely vital to breastfeeding. The funny thing is that my mother bought an earlier version of this book in the late 60's. I read it, found it fairly helpful, and decided to order a later version, thinking it would be more up-to-date. However, they seem to have taken out most of the helpful stuff from the earlier version.

Not useful as a guide, unless you're looking for lifestyle advice.......2006-04-24

I am a first-time mom and very committed to breastfeeding. My brother and I were both breastfed and I grew up solidly believing that breastfeeding was the best way to feed a child, and I still believe that.

My mom was active in the La Leche League in the 1970s and so I figured there would be no better book than one from the LLL for breastfeeding advice. Wow, was I wrong. I honestly think the La Leche League would be better off changing its name to the "Promotion of Martyr Mothering League," because based on this book, they're not so much interested in promoting breastfeeding as much as they are interested in promoting a particular way of life as the ONLY one that truly benefits children. And that way of life is one where Mom stays home and breastfeeds on demand until the child is ready to wean, period. Don't work, don't pump so you can feed pumped breastmilk in bottles, don't use pacifiers because they're "mother substitutes," etc. etc. etc. There's no allowance made if you HAVE to work, if you decide to exclusively pump, if you don't want to do extended breastfeeding or indefinite feeding on demand, etc. In with all the judgment and absolutism, there's very little concrete information about HOW to breastfeed or what to do if you're having problems breastfeeding. There are multiple exhortations to find a local LLL meeting that the authors somehow seemed to think would substitute for real content. Sorry, but if the women at LLL meetings are as rigid and judgmental as the authors of this book, I would rather stick my hand in a running garbage disposal than spend any of my free time at a LLL meeting.

What was most disappointing to me wasn't the tone of the book but the complete lack of solid advice. There was also not much in the book that would encourage someone who was in a situation where they had to work, or who was having problems breastfeeding, to keep breastfeeding. I can totally see someone who was having difficulty breastfeeding reading this book and then saying "Well, I can't be this perfect mother the LLL says I need to be, so to heck with it - I'm switching to formula, I can't make breastfeeding work." Maybe the LLL doesn't feel it's their job to encourage people who don't follow their group's values, but come on - would a LITTLE bit of cheerleading/"You can do it!" spirit have been too much to ask? I can't believe people think it is better to be negative and dole out guilt to convince people to do something, rather than being encouraging, empowering and supportive. Isn't it better that a child receive breastmilk, even pumped breastmilk, even from a working mother, than to receive formula? So why not be a little more positive and encouraging towards people who may not be in the "perfect" situation but still want to breastfeed? I just don't get it.

This book really reads more like a manifesto of the LLL's beliefs than a breastfeeding advice book, so if you're interested in polemics, go ahead and pick this up.
If you're looking for solid breastfeeding advice, here's what I recommend:
- The American Academy Of Pediatrics book, "Caring for Your Baby and Young Child," actually has some good, commonsense advice in it - nothing very extensive, but a MUCH more comprehensive solutions guide for how to deal with breastfeeding problems.
- I didn't like some parts of the Dr. Sears Breastfeeding Book but it is head and shoulders above this book. Nice pictures, very supportive tone and empowering information.
- Several of my friends swear by "So That's What They're For!" as a guide. I have not read it, but apparently it contains solid advice and much less moralizing about parenting choices.

The LLL is doing women a huge disservice by inserting so much of their own philosophy about parenting into what is ostensibly a breastfeeding guide. They really should publish two books - a REAL guide to breastfeeding with some useful information, and a book titled "How to Be a Good Parent According to La Leche League Standards." As it stands, I think my mom, a former LLL leader, would be very disappointed by this book. She was a working mom in the 1970s and was proud of both her ability to breastfeed her children AND her career. Apparently there's no room to be proud of both in the modern LLL, and in my opinion, that's a real shame.

Working mom who attends LLL.......2005-04-07

I grew up knowing about La Leche League because my mother nursed all five of her children until we were three years old. When I got pregnant I knew I wanted to breastfeed and I got this book. Yes, it does cover the LLL philosophy but if you don't agree with it you can still get some very valuable information from it. The chapter on "The Manly Art of Fathering" is a chapter especially for dads that I am sure most breastfeeding books wouldn't think to include. This book is a great resource because you can take from it what applies to your individual situation. I would love to stay home but I had to go back to work. This book helped me understand that breastfeeding my son was the best thing I could do, especially going back to work. I recommend this book to anyone wanting to breastfeed because it is supportive and informative.

Old fashioned opinionated book insulting to the thinking mom.......2005-02-20

This book is short on practical "how to" advice on breastfeeding, and long on preachy passages that attempt to convenince all moms to stay at home and breastfeed until your child is 8. I'm a working mom of 3 and have extensive experience with breastfeeding. There are about 3-4 pages of this book that actually inform, and the rest is an attempt to pursuade mothers to stay at home and breastfeed the rest of their lives.

good, but needs a practical companion manual.......2004-12-03

As a devout breastfeeder, which I vowed to be during my pregnancy, I was determined that breastfeeding would be a success for my daughter and me. She was then born as a champion nurser, and I left the hospital certain that my brilliant girl and I would spend the next year enjoying this special experience together. Three weeks later, however, when she was on what they termed her second large growth spurt, and ate and cried frequently, leaving me in fairly significant pain and exhausted, I ordered The Womanly Art of Breastfeeding. This had been recommended by La Leche League and some friends, so I waited eagerly to see solutions to all of my breastfeeding woes.

What I got was a fairly lengthy tome about the virtues of breastfeeding, staying home with your children, and co-sleeping. Well, I can spout the benefits of breastfeeding with the best of them, and staying home isn't an option for me. I was given a lot of information about how different babies eat different amounts, that it's impossible to determine what schedule will be "normal" for each baby, and basically that direct breastfeeding was better than pumping. There were some helpful hints about dealing with mastitis and plugged ducts, but not many specifics beyond what any mom could suggest. Particularly unhelpful was the section about "choosing" to work, which described how mothers and babies are bonded and the impact on children of being separated from their mothers. As a working mother in a foreign country for my job, working for a company that will sue me if I quit, the word "choice" isn't in my vocabulary, so I didn't really appreciate the litany that nagged even more at my already bruised conscience.

This book does have some helpful guidelines, and can be very encouraging to anyone wanting to breastfeed but unsure of themselves. Since I was already confident and determined to nurse, it wasn't as helpful for me. If there was a companion manual entitled something like "The Practical Science of Breastfeeding," this would be a great counterpart. I just needed more specifics, about everything from pumping to hand expression to sleeping through the night. This was just a little too "everything is different for every family" for me.

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excellent.......2006-03-07

i wish i read this before i started breastfeeding. excellent guide - covers everything. helped me get through the difficulties.

desperately trying to breastfeed.......2005-02-16

I am an OB nurse, so naturally I wanted to breast feed my children after they were born. I had a lot of frustration and pain trying to breast feed my first child, and subsequently stopped after 5 weeks. I was more determinded with my second and third child to be successful. My postpartum nurse (and friend) reccommended this book to me and it was a life saver. I don't neccessarily agree with all of the La Leche League's views, but found it easy to pick out the useful information and skip the "theory" part of it. I ended up breastfeeding my second child for 7 months, and my third for 10 months. Considering my goal was 6 months, I think I did pretty good.

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