LLL can be such a good resource of info, not only for breastfeeding,
but birth, healthy eating, parenting, ect. There is a new list out of
books that have been reviewed by the organization.
If you have read one of these or are interested in reading one of
them, let us know.

Arnall, Judy
DISCIPLINE WITHOUT DISTRESS
Professional Parenting Canada, 2007
This book provides parents with 135 tools for raising caring,
responsible children without spanking, punishment, or time-outs. The
author, also the founder of Attachment Parenting Canada, explains a
form of gentle discipline that parents and children can feel good about.

Buescher, E. Stephen & Susan W. Hatcher
BREASTFEEDING AND DISEASES: A Reference Guide
Hale Publishing, 2008
In this book, the authors describe common diseases that mothers and
babies may have, discuss how each disease is usually treated, explain
how breastfeeding may help the disease, and provide a general summary
about whether or not breastfeeding is recommended if the mother or
child has the disease. If you counsel pregnant or breastfeeding moms,
Breastfeeding and Diseases is the perfect addition to your resource
library.

Cadwell, Karin & Cindy Turner-Maffei
POCKET GUIDE FOR LACTATION MANAGEMENT
Jones & Bartlett, 2007
This compact reference is organized by topic and complete with charts,
tables, illustrations, and references. The authors provide information
on a variety of issues commonly encountered by professionals working
with lactating and breastfeeding mothers, making it a handy resource
in many counseling situations.

Elsohn Ross, Michael
MAMA'S MILK
Tricycle Press, 2007
This book is easy to read, with a beautiful poetic rhythm. Children
can relate to the pictures of nursing babies and learn tidbits of
information about other mammals nursing their young.

Gould, Pamela, Eleanor P. Taylor with Dr. Katherine Cason
FEEDING THE KIDS: The Flexible, No-Battles, Healthy Eating System for
the Whole Family
Mancala Publishing, 2007
This guide is for parents who want to prepare? healthy foods that
their children will like! The authors give plans for improving your
family's diet by adding healthier foods without giving up family
favorites. Appropriate portion sizes, handling picky eaters, and more
are also addressed. Includes recipes that will make mealtimes stress free.

Hale, Thomas
MEDICATIONS AND MOTHERS' MILK, Thirteenth Edition
Hale Publishing, 2008
This must-have comprehensive reference details the impact of currently
used medications on breastfeeding mothers and infants. Written by
renowned clinical pharmacologist, Dr. Thomas W. Hale, this thousand
plus page book is packed with information on more than 868 drugs,
vaccines, vitamins, viral syndromes and other substances. New in this
edition are: over 127 new drugs, an appendix covering birth control
medications, an appendix covering radiocontrast agents.

Kendall-Tackett, Kathleen
CLINICS IN HUMAN LACTATION: Non-Pharmacologic Treatments for
Depression in New Mothers
Hale Publishing, 2008
In this book, the author describes various non-drug treatment
modalities being used to treat depression. In most cases, the non-drug
treatments are as effective as medications with far fewer side
effects. Dr. Kendall-Tackett summarizes current research and provides
an evidence base for each treatment modality and how it impacts
breastfeeding.

Lauwers, Judith
QUICK REFERENCE FOR THE LACTATION PROFESSIONAL
Jones & Bartlett, 2008
This reference guide provides the lactation professionals rapid access
to critical information when working with breastfeeding mothers. Each
chapter includes: learning objectives, clinical guidelines, and
questions to ask the mother.

Leo, Pam
CONNECTION PARENTING: Parenting Through Connection Instead of
Coercion, Through Love Instead of Fear
Wyatt-MacKenzie Publishing, 2007
This book is a concise and insightful guide to parenting. Pam Leo
provides the theory to encourage parents to connect with their
children, as well as the practical tools to effectively transform
common childhood behaviors. She is honest about the challenges facing
many parents today, and provides strategies to overcome these
challenges without resorting to authoritarian parenting.

McKenna, James
SLEEPING WITH YOUR BABY: A Parent's Guide to Cosleeping
Platypus Media, 2007
Join Dr. James McKenna as he provides the latest information on the
benefits of cosleeping and explores the various ways to share sleep
safely.

Nice, Frank
NONPRESCRIPTION DRUGS FOR THE BREASTFEEDING MOTHER
Hale Publishing, 2007
This reference will help breastfeeding moms make safe decisions
regarding the use of common nonprescription medications. Complete,
easy-to-read descriptions of more than 1400 medications and their
relative risk to a breastfeeding mother make this a must for all
breastfeeding mothers and the health care providers who work with them.

Rubin, Stacey
THE ABCS OF BREASTFEEDING: Everything a Mom Needs to Know for a Happy
Nursing Experience
Amacom Books, 2008
This practical and reader-friendly guide will help every mother feel
comfortable and confident about breastfeeding her baby. Read about
finding a breastfeeding-friendly health care provider, following
baby's cues to know when he's hungry, breastfeeding and employment,
preventing common breastfeeding problems, and more.

Sears, Martha & William
HEALTHIEST KID IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD
Little Brown, and Company, 2006
In this book, the Searses offer an eating plan that has been effective
for countless people. They define eating habits that can counter or
prevent many illnesses and provide tips for all stages, from picky
eaters to junk food cravings. Recipes included!

Sears, Robert W.
THE VACCINE BOOK: Making the Right Decision for Your Child
Little, Brown, and Company, 2007
It's common for parents to ponder the very popular questions, "Should
I vaccinate my child? What are the pros? What are the cons?"
Considering all the types of vaccinations for your child and when to
administer them is a lot to think about. Dr. Robert Sears has crafted
a comprehensive guide for parents so this topic isn't so overwhelming.
In this open-minded and informative guide, you'll find everything you
need to know about each disease/vaccine pair.

Simkin, Penny
THE BIRTH PARTNER
Harvard Common, 3rd ed., 2008
A complete guide, this book is ideal for all labor companions—from dad
to doula to friend—who will be helping and supporting a woman in the
last weeks of pregnancy, during labor, and through the early
postpartum period. Author Penny Simkin includes thorough information
on preparing for labor and knowing when it has begun, epidurals and
other medications for labor, non-drug techniques for easing labor
pain, cesarean births, and breastfeeding and newborn care. For the
birth partner who wishes to be as helpful as possible to the expecting
mom, this book is indispensable.

Watson Genna, Catherine
SUPPORTING SUCKING SKILLS IN BREASTFEEDING INFANTS
Jones & Bartlett, 2007
A resource for any health care professional working with new mothers
and infants, this book provides information and strategies needed to
assist normal infant feeding. The author draws on clinical experiences
and empirical evidence to help consolidate information in a usable
framework for breastfeeding evaluation and support. Includes
information for supporting and improving sucking skills in healthy
infants and those with anatomical variations, developmental
respiratory issues, prematurity, and mild neurological deficits.

Wight, Nancy E., Jane Morton & Jae H. Kim
BEST MEDICINE: Human Milk in the NICU
Hale Publishing, 2008
As reflected throughout this book, current research confirms that
human milk is important for the preterm infant in regards to host
defense, gastrointestinal development, special nutrition, and
neurodevelopmental outcome.