IS BREASTFEEDING FOR YOU?

 

Advantages for Mom

  1. Helps uterus return to normal size.

  2. Mom needs extra calories, but still may experience
    gradual weight loss.

  3. Economical and convenient.

  4. Emotionally satisfying; adds to the bonding process.

  5. No odor in baby's spit-up or bowel movements.

  6. Decreases risk of breast cancer.

  7. Protects iron stores due to delay of menstruation.

  8. Decreases risk of heart disease and osteoporosis.

 

Advantages for Baby
  1. Antibodies provide immunities that protect against infections of ears, lungs, stomach, and G.I. tract.
  2. Allergies are less likely.
  3. Less constipation, diarrhea, and gas.
  4. Encourages better jaw and tooth development.
  5. Colostrum helps prevent jaundice.
  6. Baby decides how often and how much to eat.
  7. Easy to digest.
  8. Lower risk of Childhood Leukemia, Crohn's Disease, Meningitis and Juvenile Diabetes.

 

HOMEPAGE