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Cover of the book Mother's Milk: Baby's Burden? by Susan Bucci with Dr. George E. Springer, Jr. — a line illustration of a mother cradling a sleeping infant, framed by leaves and roots, on a parchment background.

A book for parents

Mother’s Milk:
Baby’s Burden?

Exploring the hidden connections between maternal health and infant symptoms — and what can be done about them.

by Susan Bucci with Dr. George E. Springer, Jr.

For the parent who senses there is more to the story — and hasn’t yet been given a full explanation.

A mother’s milk is meant to give her baby the best possible start. Most of us know that alcohol, smoking, or drugs can get in the way — but a mother’s own health can play a quiet part, too. This book helps you understand what may be happening inside your body and offers a plan you can begin on your own (alongside your doctor) — one that can lighten the load on your baby’s immune system, so it can do more of what it’s meant to do.

Nothing here is meant to diagnose, treat, or direct your particular situation. For that, your own care team is always the place to turn.