Breastfeeding - Some Facts You May Not Know
Posted by Goody on 06/11/08 in Womens Issues
Women who breastfeed have reduced breast or ovarian cancer risk….Breastfed babies tend to have a slightly higher I.Q. than formula fed ones….Breast milk comes at just the right temperature, attractively packed, and always there when you need it….
BREAST MILK PRODUCTION STARTS.
COLOSTRUM.Immediately after birth is when your baby is making the biggest changes in his/her life; changing from placental nutrition & oxygenation to oral nutrition and breathing oxygen. It is most crucial to your baby’s health to start breastfeeding as soon as possible following birth. Your baby’s suckling reflexes are at their strongest for up to 5 days following birth.
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