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Benefits of breastfeeding (for mother and baby)
Today we're sharing on the benefits of breastfeeding and why it's beneficial for both the mother and the baby. Hope this prompts more mothers to start breastfeeding, with our Mantle of Love™ anti-radiation nursing scarf of course to maximize on the protection!
For the Baby
Protects against allergies and eczema
Causes less stomach upset, diarrhea, and constipation
Reduces the risk of viruses, urinary tract infections, inflammatory bowel disease, gastroenteritis, ear infections, and respiratory infections
Lessens the risk of SIDS (Sudden Infant Death Syndrome)
Makes vaccines more effective
Protects against diseases such as spinal meningitis, type 1 diabetes, and Hodgkin's lymphoma
May make your baby smarter
Could help prevent obesity
Brings baby close to you
For the Mother
Lowers risk of breast and ovarian cancer
Helps you lose pregnancy weight
Triggers your uterus to shrink back to pre-pregnancy size
May lower your risk of osteoporosis
Heals your body after delivery
Delays menstruation
Can give you some natural birth-control protection
Gives you closeness with your baby
Saves you money
Cultivates friendships
More eco-friendly
Of course, there are actually even more benefits to breastfeeding that we will share in greater detail in a separate post. Take this as an insight for now.
Source: https://www.parents.com/baby/breastfeeding/basics/the-benefits-of-breastfeeding/