Why Should I
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By: Christine Ann Antonio, RN, BSN, BS in Ed., MPH
Related Topics:
Request
a "House Call" with Lactation Consultant
Common Problems
- Breast Feeding
Signs of Needed
Intervention
Home Remedies
- Engorgement Relief
Everyone knows breast-feeding is best for babies but few know why. Here are some well and little known facts.
Breast-feeding:
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Helps babies to have fewer allergies, asthma, diarrhea and constipation. |
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Gives babies antibodies against colds, flu, eczema, hay fever and ear infections. |
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Helps Mom and baby bond. |
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Reduces S.I.D.S. or crib deaths. |
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Gives babies stronger and straighter teeth. |
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Doesn't stain those cute little expensive clothes. |
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Is cheaper and always readily available in the right amount at the right temperature. |
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Makes sweet smelling babies. |
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Gives a baby a higher IQ because of non-duplicable factors in Mother's milk. |
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Develops baby's eyes equally as they switch nursing from side to side. |
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Comforts baby easily when sick or hurt. |
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Gives baby a sense of security and trust, the first essential step in psychological health. |
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Is unlikely to cause problems if inhaled. |
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Sets up baby's intestines to work properly. |
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Is easily digested and thus reduces colic. |
Breast-Feeding benefits Moms too.
Breast-Feeding:
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Lowers breast cancer risk. |
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Helps her tummy flatten sooner. |
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Relaxes her and gives her peaceful calm due to prolactin release. |
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Is easier at night. Just tuck baby in bed. |
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Helps prevent postpartum hemorrhage (bleeding). |
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Means no formula stains on Mom's clothes either. |
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Postpones the return of her menstruation with full-time nursing (no bottles). |
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Means she has a portable baby; pack up diapers, change of clothes and go. |
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Is economical as items like bottles, nipples, sterilizer, baby food and doctor bills are eliminated. |
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Can be continued after going back to work. |
You may have your own reasons to add to this list but the facts are overwhelming: Breast-Feeding is the best for both Mother and baby.
Related Topics:
Request
a "House Call" with Lactation Consultant
Common Problems
- Breast Feeding
Signs of Needed
Intervention
Home Remedies
- Engorgement Relief
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