Everyone needs good nutrition, but it is even more important for babies because they need good nutrition in order to grow and develop.
Breast milk is best for babies because it:
- Protects baby from getting sick.
- Is easily digested.
- Reduces risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
- Lowers your baby’s risk of getting asthma and allergies.
- Helps your baby’s brain develop.
- Lowers risk of your baby being overweight later in life.
Breastfeeding is best for mothers because it:
- Help moms heal after delivery by reducing bleeding and encouraging shrinking of the uterus.
- Burns about 600 calories a day, which can help mom return to her pre-pregnancy weight sooner.
- Releases a hormone that creates a strong bond between mom and babies.
- Helps moms feel calm and relaxed.
- Lowers mom’s chance of developing breast and ovarian cancer, diabetes, and cardiovascular disease.
- Saves money.
For more breastfeeding help, go to http://www.everyouncecounts.org/ or contact 1-877-324-7543