A natural source of nutrition that is adapted to the needs of the baby. Provides protection against infections and diseases such as asthma as well as obesity. Reduced risk of breast or ovarian cancer among breastfeeding mothers
The emotional bond and closeness between mother and baby during breastfeeding may reduce the risk of postpartum depression.
No expenses on artificial milk substitutes. The good effect of breastfeeding and feeding with breast milk on the baby's health results in a reduction in medical expenses, a reduction in insurance claims and a reduction in the absence of parents from work.
75% of mothers in the US start breastfeeding immediately after birth and intend to breastfeed until the age of 10 months. But in practice... only 33% of babies breastfeed or feed on breast milk at 3 months of age only 13% of babies breastfeed or feed on breast milk at 6 months of age Common difficulties: Difficulty connecting the baby to the breast, the development of inflammation and congestion that prevent the production of breast milk. The consequences: the cessation of breastfeeding/pumping and turning to artificial means of feeding, often accompanied by a feeling of disappointment and failure for missing the experience of breastfeeding for mother and baby.