Breastfeeding Benefits For Mums and Babies


Breastfeeding is still the ultimate source of nutrition and immune protection for babies. It also brings you and your little one multiple short- and long-term benefits.





At Eonian Care, we have listed how breastfeeding benefits mums and babies, which should encourage you to continue breastfeeding or even pump if you can.





Breastfeeding can be challenging for some mums. If you're one of them, you can try the Eonian Care Smart Double Electric Breast Pump to help you express more liquid gold for your little one.





Breastfeeding Benefits For Babies





Balanced Nutrition





Breast Milk is still the best source of nutrition from birth to six months of a baby's life. It helps prevent specific allergies and is easy for them to digest.





Boosts Immune System





Colostrum (or "liquid gold" found in breast milk) contains antibodies and immune factors that contribute extra protection against infections. As a result, your little one can enjoy immediate and lifelong immunity to certain illnesses and diseases.





Enhances Bonding Between Mother And Child





You might now know it, but as young as they are, they'll always feel safe in your arms. This affection and protection help boost their emotional stability and mental development.





Safe and Practical





There's no need to sterilise breast milk as it is ready to drink once expressed. A good breastmilk supply also saves you money since formula milk is expensive.





Reduces The Risk of SIDS





Breastfeeding or drinking breast milk reduces the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Breastmilk consumption for even two months can cut the risk in half.





Health organisations advise babies to drink breast milk for at least 12 months.





Brain Development





DHA, or docosahexaenoic acid, is a polyunsaturated fatty acid in breast milk. This substance helps in your little one's brain development.





Prevents Middle Ear Infections





Breastfeeding reduces your bub's risk of getting middle ear infections.





Reduces The Risk of Diabetes





Since breast milk has no artificial sugar, it reduces the risk of diabetes, as some baby food in the market contains some.





Breastfeeding Benefits For Babies





Prevents Sickness





Newborn mothers can also enjoy several health benefits from breastfeeding. It aids in your well-being and prevents you from the risk of developing:






  • Breast Cancer




  • Ovarian Cancer




  • Bone Fractures and Osteoporosis




  • Rheumatoid Arthritis




  • Postpartum Depression





Oxytocin





You can also enjoy a much-needed oxytocin boost which aids in contracting the uterus back to its pre-pregnancy size.





Reduces Weight





Research shows that breastfeeding or expressing milk burns extra calories. So breastfeed and pump your way into losing weight!





Breastfeeding and expressing milk might be tedious, but you must remember how essential it is for you and your child. It won't be forever, so we encourage you to enjoy the process and treasure every intimate moment of you and your little one.






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