Without question, breastfeeding is good for your baby and for you! Here are some of the primary benefits for you both:
For your baby:
- Breast milk is easier for your baby to digest and contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria
- Lowers your baby’s risk of having asthma or allergies
- Babies who are breastfed exclusively for the first six months of life have fewer ear infections, respiratory illnesses, and gastrointestinal issues
- Offers all the calories, nutrients and fluids your baby needs to grow and develop
- May help to protect against obesity, diabetes, sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS), asthma, eczema, colitis, and some cancers
For new moms:
- Returns your uterus to the size it was before pregnancy more quickly
- Helps you burn more calories, which may help you lose the weight you gained during pregnancy
- Delays the return of your menstrual period which keeps iron in your body
- Provides natural contraception within the first six months after birth, if:
- You are exclusively breastfeeding
- Your period has not returned
- Reduces the risk of ovarian cancer and breast cancer
- Keeps your bones strong
At Mosaic we are here to help you and your new baby find your natural flow. We have a Lactation Support Team ready to respond to patient questions and concerns about breastfeeding. Reach out to learn more: 541-383-3005.
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