Breast Milk Facts

Breast Milk

• contains the perfect amount of nutrients for baby

• is easy to digest

• is always fresh and very portable!

• is environmentally friendly

• saves you money!

• shares mom’s antibodies with baby, strengthening baby’s immune system

Benefits for Baby

• protects baby against respiratory infections

• may reduce baby’s risk for asthma

• lowers baby’s risk of ear infections

• protects baby from GI infections and diarrhea

• lowers the risk of developing dental cavities

Benefits for Mom

• promotes oxytocin release which strengthens the maternal-infant bond

• lowers the risk for developing breast, ovarian and endometrial cancer

• reduces risk for Type 2 diabetes

• reduces risk for cardiovascular disease

• provides protection against relapses of multiple sclerosis