Breastfeeding is feeding the baby
with mother’s natural milk. It is from
the mammary glands of the mothers. Breast milk is a gift or a blessing. Breast
milk gives so many benefits both for the mommy and the baby. Before discussing
the benefits, it is just right to know what is actually inside this milk that
makes it a blessing to all the babies.
My milk
Breast milk contains colostrum
during the first few days after giving birth. Colostrum is rich in protein and
antibodies that provide immunity to the baby. It also helps the newborn’s
digestive system. Human milk also contains fatty acid, carbohydrates and other
minerals such as calcium, sodium, potassium and phosphorus. (According to
Wikipedia.org)
Our little princess at 1 month old.
Purely breastfed
The benefits of breast milk do
not end on the babies alone; in fact mothers are also entitled to the
advantages of breast milk.
Benefits for the baby:
1. Breast
milk protects the baby from illnesses.
2. It
protects babies from developing allergies.
3. It
boosts child’s intelligence.
4. Breastfeeding
may protect your child from obesity.
5. It
lowers the risk of SIDS or Sudden Infant Death Syndrome.
6. It
decreases risk for asthma and eczema.
7. It
decreases the risk for ear infection.
8. It
also gives resistance against cold and flu.
9. It
decreases dental problems.
10. It
decreases the risk of the child to develop psychological disorder.
11. It
helps the child be closer to the mother.
(Various sources from the
internet and books.)
Benefits for the mother:
1. Breastfeeding
reduces stress level of the mothers.
2. It
also lessens risk of post partum depression.
3. It
may also reduce the risk of developing cancer like breast cancer and ovarian
cancer.
4. It
assists the uterus in returning into its pre-pregnancy size easier and faster.
5. It
reduces postpartum bleeding.
6. It
helps the mother get back to its pre-pregnancy weight.
(Various sources from the
internet and books.)
Economical benefit:
1. It
is way cheaper than those of formula milk.
Other sources would specifically
tell that the child should be breastfed for at least 6 months and at most 2
years.
Clearly, breastfeeding your child
is very advantageous to both you and your newborn. Mothers should make sure
that they eat healthy food like fruits and vegetables so that the babies will
also eat whatever they will eat.
I hope this article gives you
insight. Have fun mommies!
