Breastfeeding Premature Babies from Le Leche League s Lactation Consultant Department. Nursing Your Premature Baby by Childbirth Graphics. Breastfeeding Your Premature Baby by Le Leche League. In the United States alone, more than 250,000 families each year have the experience of a preterm birth. Today, though some six percent of births are classified as preterm, the outlook for these children is better than ever before.
Parents can do much to help.
This book answers the questions many parents ask, and guides them in caring for their child. It has been written to assist the parents and families of these special children. It describes how children may develop, from the earliest days to school-age and beyond. Several case studies, written by parents, have also been included. The final chapter gives a brief introduction to some of the research that has been done in the field of preterm birth, and there is a reading list for those who want to explore further.