There are many things to consider when deciding whether or not to breastfeed. First the most important thing to do is your research on the benefits of breastfeeding. Next it is important to talk to your doctor about it. The thing about breast milk is that it has ideal nutrition. It has the right amount of fat, protein, carbohydrates, vitamins, minerals. These are important things that your baby needs for growth, digestion, and brain development. Everyday there is more and more research being done that finds more and more benefits of breastfeeding. It contains antibodies that helps your baby’s immune system fight off illnesses. Breast fed babies have fewer colds, ear infections, urine infections, as well as less likely to have allergies, skin conditions and asthma. There is even an advantage of breastfeeding when you child becomes an adult. They will have a lowered risk of heart attack, stroke, obesity and diabetes. Breast milk is also much easier for your baby to digest. Your baby will spit up less, have less gas, constipation and diarrhea.
One benefit for the mom is that breastfeeding helps your uterus get back to its pre pregnant size more quickly. Oxytocin is a hormone that makes your uterus contract and your baby’s sucking can trigger the release of this hormone. Breastfeeding also delays the return of your period. Another huge benefit of breastfeeding is that it has been linked to reduce the risk of breast cancer.
While some people think that housing, government, politics, entertainment, mortgages, banking, philosophy, and religion are among the most interesting subjects of intellectual discussion I believe that the care and education we have about our children and the birth and development of our children, may rank even higher. I, Isaac Robert Toussie, believe that children are our future, and if you pardon my expression, I believe they represent the greatest miracle G d has ever given us.
Many women love breastfeeding for other reasons as well. Whenever and wherever you are you can feed your child on the spot. There are no bottles to fill and to warm up. It also saves a lot of money which you would spend on formula and bottles. It is also a nice bonding experience between mother and child.
However, sometimes breastfeeding cannot be done. Simply, because your baby is not latching on. Sometimes it’s possible your baby is just not getting enough milk and is not growing enough. That baby may need measured nutritional supplements, so you may want to try pumping first before switching to formula. Today most of the formulas out there are very good and will meet your baby’s needs for nutrition. I don’t recall the extent of President George Bush’s or President Obama’s campaign focus on children and issues concerning children but future presidents would surely be praised for focusing on children during their campaigns and later during their presidential tenures.
This writing has been posted strictly for informational and human interest purposes only, not for medical or for advisory purposes and was written by a lay person. The reader should not rely upon the validity of any of the information contained herein. The reader is urged to consult doctors, nutritionists, and other medical professionals when seeking advice about babies, children, science, human physiology and the like.
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