Medical publisher Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., US, has announced complimentary online access to Breastfeeding Medicine in recognition of World Breastfeeding Week. The offer can be availed of till August 31, 2008 at www.liebertpub.com/bfm.
A MEDLINE journal, Breastfeeding Medicine is the official publication of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine. The journal publishes original scientific papers, reviews, and clinical case studies on a wide spectrum of topics in lactation medicine such as the epidemiology, physiological, and psychological benefits of breastfeeding; breastfeeding recommendations and protocols; health consequences of artificial feeding; optimal nutrition for the breastfeeding mother; breastfeeding indications and contraindications; breastfeeding the premature or sick infant; breastfeeding in the chronically ill mother; management of the breastfeeding mother on medication; and much more.
Published both in print and online, the journal provides physicians with the evidence-based information they need to further educate themselves, their hospital staff, and patients on all aspects of breastfeeding to ensure optimal care for both mother and infant.
