You may be wondering... is breastfeeding important? YES! Breastfeeding helps protect and nurture your baby in many ways! There have been many studies that show breastfeeding your baby for as little as six weeks can increase brainpower and reduce the risk of obesity. Breastfeeding is also very good for mothers too! Through breastfeeding a new mother will lose weight that she gained while pregnant and also help her uterus contract to it's pre-baby size. Breastfeeding is highly recommended by doctors and health care professionals alike!
It is important to observe proper breastfeeding techniques. These techniques are meant to let you make the most of breastfeeding and contribute to healthy development for your baby.