It is never too early to start thinking about breastfeeding your baby.
Why is Breastfeeding Best for My Baby?
Breast milk meets all of your baby's nutritional needs as it contains all the essential vitamins, minerals and nutrients for your baby's complete growth and development.
Breast milk is more easily digested and your baby is less likely to develop stomach upset, constipation and diarrhoea.
Breast milk is supercharged with antibodies which improve your baby's immunity and reduce the risk of infections.
The close body contact and interaction during breastfeeding aids in creating a special bond between you and your baby.
Breastfeeding reduces the risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (cot deaths), obesity and diabetes in adulthood.
Babies who are breastfed have been found to have higher IQ scores and better eyesight.
Why is Breastfeeding Best for Me Too?
Early suckling helps your womb contract faster and reduces blood loss after childbirth.
It delays the return of your menstrual period and exclusive breastfeeding is a natural (although imperfect) contraceptive.
You burn calories during breastfeeding and this helps you shed some of the weight gained during pregnancy.
Your risk of developing breast, ovarian and womb cancers, and heart disease is lower.
It lowers the risk of osteoporosis(brittle bones).
Why is Breastfeeding Good for The Family and The Community?
Breastfeeding is free and convenient.
It is environmentally friendly.
Your baby would not fall sick so easily, so medical cost is reduced. You are also less likely to miss work.
You can save money from the direct cost of formula milk and fewer visits to the doctor.
