What are the advantages of breastfeeding?
A. Breastfeeding is the best and most natural way to nourish your baby. The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends “breastfeeding continue for at least 12 months, and thereafter for as long as mutually desired.” CHILDREN THAT ARE BREASTFED: • Breastfed babies receive optimal nutrition that is a balanced diet for their age. Breastmilk is convenient, safe, and inexpensive. • Breastmilk increases the baby’s resistance to infections; resulting in less respiratory and gastrointestinal illness. • Breastfed babies have less incidence of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS), as well as a decreased rate of childhood cancers and juvenile onset diabetes. • Breastfed babies have higher IQ scores, better visual and oral development.
