Benefits of Breastfeeding

For Baby:    

• Breastmilk is designed for your baby.  It is the most complete and easiest digested form of nutrition for infants.  It has just the right amount of fat, carbohydrate, protein, vitamins, and minerals.
• It is always fresh and ready and comes in a nicer package. No worry about contamination or incorrect mixing.
• Increases protection against ear, chest, and stomach infections.
• Increases protection against allergies.
• Decreases the risk of adult obesity.
• Lowers risk of developing certain childhood cancers.
• Breastfeeding is associated with higher I.Q.
• Decreases the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), also called crib death.
• Promotes better jaw and teeth development.
• Prevents constipation and the diapers smell better.
• Decreases risk of developing diabetes.

• Helps the uterus get back to its original size and lowers the risk of postpartum hemorrhage.
• Decreases the risk of developing breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and endometrial cancer.
• Decreases chances of osteoporosis.
• Uses more calories so able to lose the pregnancy pounds easier and without cutting back. 
• Saves money. 
• Saves time.
• Convenient, always available, and ready for baby.
• Improves closeness and helps mother bond with her baby.

• No waste.
• No refrigeration, trucking, bottles, cans, storage, and manufacturing.
• Fewer health care costs, less hospital admissions and doctor’s visits due to fewer sick infants.
• Less sick days for working parents.