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Benefits of Breastfeeding for your Baby*
- Colostrum is the perfect first food for your baby and
is very important in helping to protect your baby from infection.
- Breast milk promotes good health.
Breastfed babies have:
- less constipation and colic
- less illness and hospitalizations
- less ear infections
- less risk for allergies
- less risk for being overweight
- less tooth decay
- less risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
Breast milk promotes proper jaw, teeth and speech
development
Breast milk promotes brain growth
Breast milk is easy for baby to digest
Breast milk continually changes in composition to
meet your baby's changing needs
Breastfeeding is comforting to your baby and provides
a sense of security and well-being.
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Your breastmilk is uniquely suited for your
baby's needs. Breastfeeding creates a special bond
within the family, that has lifelong effects for you and your child. |
Benefits of Breastfeeding for Mom*
- Helps your uterus to return to its normal size more
quickly
- Can help with weight loss
- No formula to buy or prepare
- May reduce the risk of breast and ovarian cancer, as
well as osteoporosis
- Makes night feedings easier
- Ensures close physical contact between mom and baby
* Breastfeeding Kardex: Office
of the Maryland WIC Program
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