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Reasons Why Breast is Best

Nature’s formula – Human milk provides babies with the most complete and optimal mix of nutrients and antibodies.

Antibodies – These immune system disease fighters are passed from mom to baby, protecting against meningitis, childhood lymphoma, Crohn’s disease, and ulcerative enterocolitis.

Immunities – Protect against ear infections and respiratory illness. Breastfed babies tend to be sick less, thus reducing healthcare costs and mom’s time away from work.

Security – Lessens the risk of heart disease later in life. Protects against diarrhea, gastroenteritis and other stomach upsets. Reduces risk of diabetes and SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome).

Vitamins and Minerals – Pass from mom to baby, increasing general health and bone density.

Bonding – Babies enjoy closeness to mom, special bonding and emotional relationship with mom.

Nurturing – Breastfeeding plays an important role in the emotional development of babies.

Customized for optimum health – Breast milk has a varying composition; mom’s body adjusts the milk to keep pace with baby’s growth and nutritional needs at different stages!

Time-saving & convenient – Breast milk is always available and at the perfect temperature, requiring no mixing or heating.

Free – Feed your baby the best, at no cost!

Smart – Babies often develop higher IQs, better brain and nervous system development.



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