Why Breastfeed?

Why Breastfeed? Other Than Because Everyone Expects It Of You Summary Breastfeeding is inexpensive and healthy Breastfeeding promotes bonding and is convenient Brain development may benefit from breastfeeding Breastfed babies often have fewer infections and are less colicky Mom may experience health benefits from breastfeeding   You must have received the memo by now. Breastfeeding…

When Not To Breastfeed

When Not To Breastfeed When Breast Isn’t Best Summary Medications and drugs you take will affect your breast milk Your baby’s doctor and the NIH are good resources to determine drug safety Infections within you can affect your baby Rare diseases such as galactosemia will prevent you from breastfeeding Breast surgery or augmentation may or…