Breastfeeding provides a bond between a mother and child that no one else can achieve. However, similar to childbirth, breastfeeding provides its own obstacles for both mother and baby, and not everyone’s experiences are the same.
Some mothers may pick up on it right away, while others may struggle with each child. This is completely normal and there is no shame in it! It is important to remember exactly why you want to embark on this nursing journey and how it benefits you both.
Here are some of the many advantages of breastfeeding your child:
Prevent Illnesses
Your milk is constantly adapting its nutrient and antibody contents based on the baby’s needs. In fact, studies show that the baby’s saliva sends messages to the mother’s body during nursing so it can modify the milk. This is so the baby can fight against any illnesses that prey on immune deficiencies, such as:
- Asthma
- Ear infections
- Urinary tract infections
- Late-onset sepsis
- Diabetes
- Lymphoma
- Leukemia
- Hodgkin’s disease
- Obesity
- Sudden infant death syndrome
Enhance Digestive Development
Breast milk also improves the baby’s over development, but especially their digestive tract. Man-made formula can be difficult for the baby’s stomach to break down because they are typically made from cow milk. Babies that transition from breast milk to formula often experience stomach aches, especially if they are premature.
However, breast milk actually coats the digestive tract with healthy bacteria that mitigate the growth of harmful microbials. Not to mention, breast milk that is delivered to the baby directly is sterile, eliminating the risk of bacterial illnesses.
Improve Your Bond
Skin-to-skin contact is extremely important to newborns as they get acquainted with their surroundings and loved ones. Babies need to feel secure and comfortable to reduce stress. Just the simple act of touching boosts the production of oxytocin, so your baby remains calm, which aids the flow of your breast milk.
Reduce Stress
Breastfeeding releases oxytocin and prolactin in the mother, which reduce stress. This helps naturally calm the mother, and in return, calms the baby.
Breastfeeding creates a beautiful bond between a mother and child that can’t be manufactured elsewhere. So, take advantage of all of the benefits it has to offer!
Warmly,
Calisson Toys Team
