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Breastfeeding Information Breastfed is best… yes!
Best for Baby
Human breast milk is absolutely complete. According to Dr. Sears, it has the ability to raise your child's IQ by 10 points, reduce medical bills, and make your baby's eyes, heart, intestines and nearly every other organ work better. It also reduces the risk of debilitating diseases such as diabetes and helps your baby avoid common infant complaints such as ear infections, upset stomachs and diaper rash. Breastfed babies alone are given the gift of "smarter fats" and immunities from Mom which lead, undeniably, to smarter and leaner adults.
Best for Mom
What would you say to a drug that would help you lose weight, relax, contribute to hormonal health, reduce your risk of breast, uterine and ovarian cancer and osteoporosis? What would you do if this drug would cost you 200 extra calories a day and save you well over $1,000 in formula and medical costs? What if this magic drug, breast milk, would create an everlasting bond between yourself and your child? Which would you choose?
Helpful Hints to Successful Breastfeeding
Get Help Early and Often
Breastfeeding is not always easy, but putting baby immediately to breast after birth, rooming in, nursing on demand and utilizing the help of lactation consultants will lead to success. The first two weeks will be your biggest hurdle - you can do it!
Surround Yourself with Good Support
Don't be afraid to ask for help. Moms who have breastfed successfully want to pass this wonderful experience on. Find a mentor and share. Get involved. La Leche League and Kangaroo Kids have nursing mom's groups in your area where you can get nursing help, advice and be amongst other nursing moms.
Relax! All She Needs Is You
Getting to know your baby's every need, recognizing feeding cues, feeding on demand and learning how to relax and enjoy this time will lead to both a happy Mom and baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends breastfeeding for at least the first year with benefits extending well beyond. This time will go by very quickly and the frequent cluster feeding of a new baby will change many times over the next year.
Sling Your Baby
A baby who is held and nursed often has little reason to cry… No, this is not spoiling them, but it will spoil you by giving you the freedom to go about your day while still attending to your baby's every need. Slingaroos allow you to nurse discretely, thereby encouraging you to get out and enjoy your day.
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