Hirkani's Daughters: Women Who Scale Modern Mountains to Combine Breastfeeding and Working

The title of this book, Hirkani's Daughters, was inspired by the tale of a milkmaid who lived in the mountain ranges of India during the 1600s. Whether Hirkani was real or legend, one thing is certain: her mothering instinct is real. Hirkani's story is told in the pages of this book and reflected in the experiences of the modern mothers who write about the joys and challenges of combining breastfeeding and work. Hirkani's Daughters offers you information and insight into the hearts and homes of mothers who have succeeded at combining breastfeeding with work. Hirkani's Daughters include doctors, teachers, maids, comedians, scientists, professors, daycare providers, and more from over thirty-five countries and six continents. This book also offers practical tips to help you face the challenges of combining breastfeeding and working. And you'll discover that there are breastfeeding-friendly businesses and laws in many countries that protect a mother's right to breastfeed. All working mothers will delight in this collection a treasure trove of information, inspiration, and support.