Benefits of breast feeding

Motherhood is a beautiful thing. The joys that come with having a baby are priceless. There are some essential things that are required to ensure proper growth and development of the baby. Breastfeeding is one crucial element that is encouraged.

It is recommended that mothers breastfeed their babies exclusively until 6 months old and up until their reach 2 years old. Here are some of the benefits of breastfeed.

1. It is affordable
   Breast milk is free of charge. It is therefore easily accessible and cannot be said to be in short supply when one is broke. With the nation battling an economic crisis it is only befitting that mothers breastfeed their babies as it is a cheaper and convenient way to ensure their babies are healthy.
2. It is healthy
   Breast milk contains vital nutrients and mineral irons that are needed for the growth of the baby. Breast milk protects the baby from certain diseases and flue as well as alleviate flue and colds in babies. A breast fed baby is a healthy one especially in the early stages of it’s life.
3. It is readily available
   Breast milk is easily available.There is no need one to sterilize bottles or prepare the milk which in some instances leads to diarrhoea if not properly done.Breast milk saves all the hassles associated with formula.
   4. It has the ideal temperature
   Breast milk is neither too cold nor too hot. It simply has the perfect temperature that is ideal for the baby. Unlike formula where there is a risk that it might be prepared incorrectly thereby being made too hot or too cold, breast milk is the best.
   5. It creates a mother-baby bond
   There is no better way for a mother to enjoy some quality time and bond with their little bundle of joy than through breast feeding. In a fast paced world where parents get to spend very little time with their children, breastfeeding is an important moment for one to connect with their child.