Benefits of Breastfeeding
La Leche League
Benefits to Baby
- Human milk is the perfect food for babies and has never been duplicated. It is formulated with all the exact nutrients and antibodies your baby needs for each stage of growth.
- Human milk contains live cells, which provide protection from bacterial and viral illness, including respiratory, gastrointestinal and ear infections.
- Breastfeeding enhances baby's intellectual, neurological and visual development and promotes the proper development of baby's jaw, tooth and facial structure.
Benefits to Mother
- Breastfeeding immediately after delivery causes the uterus to contract.
- Breastfeeding provides maternal protection against breast and ovarian cancer, hip fractures and osteoporosis in later life.
- Breastfeeding fosters understanding, closeness and communication between mother and baby.
- Baby has fewer medical bills and sick days because s/he is healthier. Many mothers have successfully combined employment and breastfeeding.
- Breastfeeding is free and readily available. No mess, no fuss, no waste!
- During breastfeeding, prolacti, "the mothering hormone" produces the peaceful feelins of relaxation and love.
For any LLL in the Houston area call:
Helpline 713-383-2819
