Breastfed babies have:
Stronger immune system
Fewer episodes of diarrhea, constipation, gastroenteritis, enteritis
Fewer colds and fewer respiratory illnesses such as pneumonia, respiratory syncytial virus (RSV) and whooping cough.
Less ear infections
Fewer cases of bacterial meningitis
Better vision and reduced retinopathy of prematurity
• Decreased infant mortality rates
Low rates of sudden infant death syndrome
Fewer cases of allergies, eczema and asthma
Fewer childhood cancers, including leukemia and lymphoma
The likelihood of obesity later in childhood decreases
Improve brain maturation
Greater immunity to infection
Teens and adults will find lifelong benefits:
Less likely to develop rheumatoid arthritis and lupus
Less risk of heart disease
Decreased risk of multiple sclerosis
Breastfeeding is healthier for the mother.
Promotes faster weight loss after childbirth, burning about 500 extra calories per day to build and maintain milk supply.
Stimulates the uterus to contract and return to its normal size.
Less bleeding after childbirth
Reducing urinary tract infections
Less chance of anemia
Lower risk of postpartum depression and a more positive mood
Breastfeeding produces the naturally calming hormones oxytocin and prolactin that promote stress reduction and positive feelings in a nursing mother.
Increased confidence and self-esteem
Increased calm, less crying children who are breastfed in general, and a lower rate of childhood diseases. Breastfeeding can support a healthy body, mind and spirit for the whole family
Affectionate bonding during the first years of life helps reduce social and behavioral problems in children
Lifelong breastfeeding benefits may lead to:
Reduced risk of breast cancer
Decreased risk of ovarian cancer
Reducing the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis and lupus
Reduce the incidence of osteoporosis
Reducing diabetes and high blood pressure
Reduces the incidence of cardiovascular diseases
