Importance and Benefits of Breast Milk

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24 de November de 2022

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Help your baby reach their full potential by breastfeeding from day one.

Breast milk is essential for your little one’s growth, and while the decision to breastfeed your newborn is very personal, we want you to know that many experts recommend exclusively breastfeeding your baby for the first six months.

To support your motherhood to the fullest, we will explain the benefits of breastfeeding and provide you with some tips so that you and your baby can enjoy this special moment to the fullest.

Benefits of Breast Milk (for the Baby)

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the Ministry of Health, UNICEF, and dozens of international scientific organizations, breast milk is more than just a nutritious food; it provides your baby with the perfect balance of flavor, consistency, vitamins, minerals, macronutrients, micronutrients, and other essential elements.

While it is possible to pump your breast milk to indirectly feed your little one, several studies show that breastfeeding your baby is an experience that offers dozens of benefits, not only for your baby but also for you as a mom. Here are the most important ones!

Benefits of breastfeeding for the mother.

In addition to the important benefits already mentioned, breastfeeding also has several benefits for moms. Among the most significant that you might want to consider:

Tips for breastfeeding.

Practice skin-to-skin contact.

To do this, place your baby naked on your chest and guide their mouth to your nipple. Naturally, your little one will begin to suckle the colostrum and, later, the mature milk that you produce. Don’t worry if you feel uncomfortable during the first attempts or if your baby doesn’t seem to settle in; it will improve over time. Remember that for this bonding practice to work perfectly, the contact must be direct, without sheets or blankets.

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