Experts around the world say that breast feeding is the best way to feed your baby. There are many advantages of breast feeding, and breast feeding obabies grow up to be healthy, smart and happy.

Human breast milk contains all the nutrients a baby needs, and it als contains many substances that help it grow strong and healthy. The antibodies in breast milk protect the baby from disease. Breast fed babies are less affected by allergies and other problems, and they show better bone, muscle and speech development.

Breast feeding mothers are also benefited by breast feeding their babies. Breast feeding reduces the risk of ovarian and breast cancer. And unlike formula, you do not have to worry about the market availability of breast milk. Breast milk is also beneficial to the environment because it comes without harmful packaging or processing which usually harms the environment.

You should breast feed your baby till it is at least twelve months old, and experts say that ideally you should not wean your baby till about twenty-four months. Breast feeding makes your baby feel secure and cared, and weaning too early can lead to personality problems in later life, which breast fed babies do not have.

There are many myths about breast feeding, and mothers should ignore these. Breast feeding is not usually painful, and you do not have to worry about that if you are hesitating because of it. In fact, as I said, breast feeding makes you healthier.

But if you are having any problems breast feeding, or if you have any questions about it be sure to contact your doctor, and clear any doubts you have. It always pays to be well informed, and breast feeding is so important that you definitely should not be ignorant about it.

 

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