Breastfeeding has numerous benefits for both mother and child-including strong evidence that breastfed children have fewer illnesses and higher intelligence. However, many nursing mothers often struggle with the challenges associated with breastfeeding successfully. While 74% of American women try breastfeeding only 11% are still breastfeeding at 6 months due to the pain and difficulty associated with it. Breastfeeding: The Complete Illustrated Guide gives mothers the practical instruction they need to ensure a healthy, positive experience for themselves and their child. Over 100 original step-by-step photographs set this book apart from the competition as well as concise and authoritative instruction from veteran doula, author, and About.com expert, Robin Weiss.