INFANT FEEDING CAFE'
Thurs Oct 29th 2015 at 11:00 am
Thurs Oct 29th 2015 at 11:00 am
Why Breastfeeding is Beneficial to You and Your Baby
Maternal Benefits Of BreastfeedingImmediately after birth, the repeated suckling of your baby at the breast helps your body release natural oxytocin, the 'love hormone' from the mother's pituitary gland. Initiates maternal newborn bonding and the development of strong life-long relationships between mother and child. Breastfeeding decreases a woman's risk of various cancers. Helps with weight loss management. Exclusive breastfeeding helps protect against early pregnancy. Recent studies have shown that after weaning their babies, breastfeeding mothers' bone density returns to pre-pregnancy or even higher levels (Sowers 1995). Longterm benefits of breastfeeding may actually strengthen a woman's bones which in turn, decreases her risk of osteoporosis, while confirming that women who did not breastfeed have an increased risk of hip fractures, after menopause (Cummings 1993). |
Breastfeeding Benefits For Your Infant
Breastmilk is the best nutrition for your baby. It is made specific for your babies gestational needs. Breastmilk benefits extend well beyond basic nutrition. Breastmilk is filled with disease-fighting substances called antibodies, which help protect your baby from illness. Breastmilk contains antibodies which help protect your baby from infection by enabling the body to fight off viruses and bacteria. Breastfeeding lowers your baby's risk of suffering from conditions such as asthma, eczema, allergies and more. Babies who are breastfed exclusively (without receiving any formula) for the first 6 months, suffer from fewer infections, respiratory illnesses and episodes of diarrhea. Who should contact a
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Call: Maria King
Certified Nurse Midwife and Lactation Consultant
Certified Nurse Midwife and Lactation Consultant