Mother’s Milk: It’s the Breast!

Being a mom of two, I opted to breastfeed both of my babies, not for the obvious health benefits to both baby and I but also I was one of those fortunate mommies that produced enough milk to feed a small village. LOL! I implore every new mom to at least put forth a valiant effort when it comes to breastfeeding your new bundle of joy at least for the first thirty days.

Benefits for baby when breastfed:

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It's easier for your baby to digest.

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It doesn't need to be prepared.

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It's always available.

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It has all the nutrients, calories, and fluids your baby needs to be healthy.

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It has growth factors that ensure the best development of your baby's organs.

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It has many substances that formulas don't have that protect your baby from many diseases and infections. In fact, breastfed babies are less likely to have:

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Ear infections

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Diarrhea

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Pneumonia, wheezing, and bronchiolitis

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Other bacterial and viral infections, such as meningitis

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Research also suggests that breastfeeding may help to protect against obesity, diabetes, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), asthma, eczema, colitis, and some cancers.