Geared towards expectant fathers, Breastfeeding: What's a Dad Supposed to Do? combines overlaid narration, footage of real-life parents and little ones, physician interviews, and diagrams to explore the subject of breastfeeding from a male perspective. Covering topics such as health benefits and nutrition (including vitamins and antibodies), cost effectiveness, and family bonding—all presented as reasons for choosing breastfeeding over formula—the program also touches on possible concerns for men (such as sharing the “playground” with the baby), while offering tips for being supportive of the mother's preferences. Also available in a Spanish language version (as well as a slightly briefer WIC—the federally-funded program for low-income women, infants, and children—version that avoids discussion of formula costs), this short primer is packed with solid advice. Recommended. Aud: H, C, P. (J. Williams-Wood)
Breastfeeding: What's a Dad Supposed to Do?
(2008) 15 min. DVD: $59.99. Eagle Video Productions. Volume 23, Issue 5
Breastfeeding: What's a Dad Supposed to Do?
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