Benefits of breastfeeding for the child

If you're thinking about not nursing your new baby, you've undoubtedly been bombarded with many false information.For the babies, the greatest source of nutrition is breast milk. It has a sufficient amount of nutrients, is easily digested, and is widely available.

Breastfeeding is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) until a child is two years old or older since the advantages last that long. For the greatest advantages, these organisations recommend starting as soon as one hour after delivery.

• Breast milk is the finest food source for babies.

Most doctors urge exclusively nursing for at least 6 months, if not much longer. In the right proportions, breast milk provides a newborn with everything they need for the first six months of life. Its composition fluctuates in response to the baby's changing demands, particularly during the first month of life. 

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• Important antibodies are found in breast milk. 

Breast milk contains antibodies that aid your baby in fighting viruses and germs, which is especially important during the vulnerable early months. This is especially true with colostrum, sometimes known as first milk. Colostrum has a high proportion of immunoglobulin A (IgA) and other antibodies.

• Breastfeeding may lower the risk of sickness. 

Exclusive nursing, in which the newborn solely receives breast milk, is especially helpful. It may lower your baby's chance of developing a variety of illnesses and disorders, including middle ear infections, respiratory tract infections, colds and coughs, gut or bowel ailments, and allergic conditions. 

Breast milk supports a healthy weight for the newborn. 

Breastfeeding promotes healthy weight gain and assists in the prevention of childhood obesity. This might be linked to the growth of certain intestinal flora. Breastfed babies have more beneficial gut bacteria, which may impact fat storage. Breastfed babies have higher levels of leptin in their systems than formula-fed babies. Leptin is a hormone that regulates appetite and fat formation.

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• Breastfeeding may improve children's intelligence. 

Breastfeeding has been linked to higher IQ scores later in life in various studies. The physical intimacy and skin-to-skin contact with the baby can help your infant bonding with you and provides a strong emotional connection.

Breastfeeding has so many advantages that most health organisations suggest it for everyone for as long as feasible, excluding medical conditions that preclude it. 

Breast milk contains antibodies and other components that shield your infant from illness and chronic disease.