Studies have found that the father is THE most influential
factor in the mother's feeding decision. Researchers also found that
fathers of bottle-feeding infants had less knowledge of breastfeeding,
including the benefits for the infant.
Breastfeeding: What's A Dad Supposed to Do?
is the newest
video for DADs ONLY! Let’s face it! Breastfeeding is not exactly a “guy”
topic. So what do you get when you bring together an award-winning guy
producer, a guy narrator and 12 guys willing to talk about the benefits of
breastfeeding and cost savings? A great video all future dads need to
view! Besides, it’s a guy video, so it’s fun to watch!
This educational video
is divided logically into four segments:
Five
Great Reasons to Breastfeed Here's some reasons that dads can appreciate: best first food for
newborns, great health benefits for baby AND mother, higher child IQs --
plus huge cost savings for the family ***
"THE FREDDIE"
Winner of the 2008
International Health & Medical
Media Award
"It’s not just a lifestyle choice. It is one of the most important health choices you can make
for your newborn –
with life long results."
Common
Concerns for New Fathers
Dr. Pamela Jordan has studied fathers for over 20 years. She has heard
every concern, myth and excuse NOT to support breastfeeding. She
discusses the Big Three with tact and humor. Dads also sound off about
these excuses.
What
Dads Can Do to Support Moms Besides changing a dirty diaper,
there are a host of things that Dads can do to help support the
breastfeeding mother. Great advice is given by our Dads.
Encouraging Words from Real Dads
You will hear some very touching comments from Dads who have been there
and want to encourage you to do the same. Their comments may surprise
you!
*** There is a long version
and a shorter WIC version on this same DVD. The longer version mentions
cost savings over formula. The short version has no mention of formula
costs.
Designed for
use in: Hospitals Birthing Centers Childbirth Classes WIC Breastfeeding
Programs La Leche League
Meetings Health Clinics Doctor's Offices Medical &
Nursing Schools Insurance
Companies
Designed
specifically for: Childbirth
Educators Lactation
Consultants Birthing
Instructors La Leche League
Leaders Obstetricians Pediatricians Health Care
Providers Nursing
School Instructors Breastfeeding Coordinators