The Benefits
Breastfeeding is healthy for you and your baby.
Benefits for the baby
Breast milk:
- Has just the right amount of protein, fat, sugar, and water to help your baby grow.
- Helps protect your baby from infections and illness.
- Is usually easier for babies to digest than formula.
Benefits for the mom
Breastfeeding:
- Gives you and your baby more time to get to know each other.
- Can save your family hundreds of dollars!
- Burns lots of calories, making it easier to lose the weight gained during pregnancy.
- May help lower the risk of breast and ovarian cancers.
