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Mothering Your Nursing Toddler [Paperback]

Norma J. Bumgarner (Author)
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The classic handbook for mothers who breastfeed their children past infancy in an updated expanded edition. Norma Jane Bumgarner puts the experience of nursing an older baby or child in perspective, within the context of the entire mother-child relationship. She cites biological, cultural, and historical evidence in support of extended breastfeeding and shares stories gleaned from thousands of families for whom breastfeeding and natural weaning have been the norm.

About the Author

Norma Jane Bumgarner, mother of four and grandmother of three (and still counting,) is a La Leche League Leader Alumna who served as a Group leader, then Area Coordinator of Leaders for Oklahoma, and later as a Regional Administrator of Leaders for Latin America and the West Indies. Recently graduated with a Masters in Journalism, she serves as an adjuct instructor at the University of Oklahoma.

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  • Paperback: 308 pages
  • Publisher: La Leche League International; Revised edition (February 1, 2000)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0912500522
  • ISBN-13: 978-0912500522
  • Product Dimensions: 8.9 x 5.9 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (40 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: #33,677 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
    #22 in  Books > Parenting & Families > Parenting > Babies & Toddlers > Toddlers
    #58 in  Books > Nonfiction > Women's Studies > Motherhood
    #14 in  Books > Parenting & Families > Parenting > Babies & Toddlers > Breastfeeding

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97 of 97 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars Very informative writing on a rarely written about subject, October 28, 1998
By A. Montano III (Connecticut, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Mothering Your Nursing Toddler (Paperback)
A welcome source of support and positive reinforcement for nursing mother's whose happily nursing babies are quickly approaching their first birthday. As people question when the baby will be weaned, we can seek the words of Norma J. Bumgarner for support. Even now, in October 1998, as the American Association of Pediatrics recommends nursing through the first 12 months and as long as mother and baby feel it is beneficial, there is still not very much support for mothers who nurse toddlers. I read the book when my son was 7 months old to learn what nursing a toddler would be like. The book enlightened me. Now that my son is 14 months old, I have re-read the book. Norma writes realistically and in a down-to-earth manner. I recommend this book to anyone currently nursing their baby. I understand the book is to be revised soon. I would like to see more interviews of mothers telling their experiences. The thing I've learned the most is that every baby is different, and every nursing style is different. While some toddlers nurse many times during the day for very short periods of time, others nurse infrequently. The book should also acknowledge that all toddlers are not comfort-nursers. I especially liked the chapter which dealt with how to deal with negative criticsm from others and the debate of whether to keep the nursing relationship a secret or not.
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86 of 88 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars A wonderful book, November 8, 2003
This review is from: Mothering Your Nursing Toddler (Paperback)
I nursed all four of my children as toddlers and delight in recommending this nurturing book. While long-term breastfeeding becomes more popular in the US, Europe and Canada, there is still some confusion and unease about the topic. This book provides a reassuring nod to all mothers who are breastfeeding their toddlers. Filled with practical tips, real-life stories, quotes from experienced mothers and glorious photos, it is a joy to read.

Handy pointers about typical toddler-feeding issues such as that annoying twiddling, handling your child's verbal public request to nurse, dealing with critics, night-nursing and weaning.

If you currently are nursing your toddler, or if you are considering the journey, this book is worth owning. I have included a recommendation for it in my new book, Gentle Baby Care: Essential Tips for Raising Your Baby.

-- Elizabeth Pantley, author of The No-Cry Sleep Solution.

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48 of 49 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Must read for any nursing mom..., September 16, 1999
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I loved this book because it was so nice to actually see someone write black on white that it is perfectly ok to want to continue nursing beyond 12 months and even during pregnancy. It also helped me overcome the weird feeling I always had when my in-laws and parents questioned my belief in child-led weaning. Read it! It's a wonderful book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Take What Works, Leave The Rest
I first read this book around 1984, when my oldest son was a year old. I was employed outside of the home, but I was determined to do the best I could do with what I had. Read more
Published 16 days ago by Linda Sailor

5.0 out of 5 stars Wish I had read this sooner
This is such a reassuring message to mothers who choose to nurse toddlers--not only is it ok, it's wonderful! Read more
Published 5 months ago by mommy2katrina

5.0 out of 5 stars Totally Helpful!
For any nursing mom entering a time in her nursing relationship where she may doubt her decision or face criticisms, this book will help! Read more
Published 11 months ago by Freya Boulakbeche

1.0 out of 5 stars NOT helpful for a working mother!
I just got this book out of my local library and read it in one evening (there's not much in the book about the nitty-gritty of toddler breastfeeding--mostly it's all about... Read more
Published 15 months ago by wiegley

4.0 out of 5 stars Great Book!!
This was a great purchase. I like that it goes into nursing at different ages and gives you an idea of what to expect and what is "normal" behavior. Read more
Published 15 months ago by D. Martinez

4.0 out of 5 stars Helpful but a little over the top
I liked this book overall. It helped solidify my decision to allow my daughter to wean herself, even if that means nursing through a subsequent pregnancy if she so desires. Read more
Published 18 months ago by E. Samansky

4.0 out of 5 stars A must have for longterm nursing moms!
Overall, I'm very satisfied with this book. I wasn't sure if this book would actually cover "older children", because my son will be 3 years old in just 2 months and he is still... Read more
Published 21 months ago by My2Babies0610

5.0 out of 5 stars Proves there's always something to learn!
Since my toddler shows no sign of weaning, and I'm very pregnant, I bought this book. Considering how highly recommended it is, I'm not surprised it's a good resource, both for... Read more
Published on June 26, 2007 by Beth Daniels

1.0 out of 5 stars Not useful for working moms
I have an 11-month old son and have worked almost full-time for 4 months. This book is useless for working moms. Read more
Published on March 5, 2007 by Sara Hinkley

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book !
I have a two year old son who is still nursing; I purchased this book when he was about one and a half. I found it to be extremely informative and reassuring. Read more
Published on February 5, 2007 by Lynna Thomas

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