The big question of whether to breastfeed or not has always been a dilemma for both new and existing mothers. How long should one breastfeed? Is it really necessary? What are the benefits and why one should not opt for other options? Breastfeeding is the best way to nourish your baby and bond with your baby.

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Breastfeeding is the best way to nourish your baby.
New mothers sometimes wonder if their babies are getting enough nutrients, and why they need something sweeter or even some water to quench their thirst. Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for your baby. It’s also easy to digest, which means it’s easier on your body and easier for you to maintain a healthy weight. As a result, breastfeeding can help prevent postpartum depression in mothers who struggle with it after giving birth.

Breastfeeding is natural—there’s nothing artificial about it! You don’t need special equipment or supplies; all you need is a clean space where both parties can lie down comfortably (like an office). You can breastfeed anywhere that feels comfortable so long as there are no distractions around them (like kids playing nearby).

Exclusive breastfeeding reduces premature death and disease in your baby.
Exclusive breastfeeding reduces the risk of death from SIDS, childhood obesity, and type 2 diabetes.

It has also been shown to reduce the chance of your child developing leukemia or brain tumors. Breastfeeding is a secure way of feeding, comforting, and bonding.
Breastfeeding is a secure way of feeding, comforting, and bonding. It provides the best nutrition for your baby, whereas formula feeding may not be as good. Breastfeeding also gives you more control over how much formula your baby gets than if you were to give him or her a bottle of formula at bedtime. In addition, breastfeeding generally results in more frequent feedings which can help with sleeping problems and fatigue.

Breastfeeding also helps build up a strong bond between mommy and baby because it encourages closeness between them both physically (by holding hands) as well as emotionally through the exchange of bodily fluids (breast milk). This means that even though mothers who breastfeed their babies are spending less time with each other during the day than those who don’t do so – they will often still feel closer together because they share something so special together!

Exclusive breastfeeding can save you time and money.
Exclusive breastfeeding can save you time, money, and energy.

You won’t need to buy formula or sterilize bottles; there are no nipple creams or nipple shields. You won’t need to wash bottles every day; breast milk is naturally sterile and does not require any special treatment for storage. You can pause at any moment during feeding for comfort instead of having to use a bottle warmer (which may make your baby cranky). Breastfeeding is also much easier than bottle-feeding if your infant has trouble latching on because they don’t have to work so hard!

Breastfeeding has benefits for you, too.
When you’re breastfeeding, you’ll have more energy and be able to expend more calories during the day. That means that when the baby is in bed with you, it’s pretty much guaranteed that there will be less conflict between breastfeeding and sleeping. If you had trouble falling asleep before your pregnancy, then chances are good that this won’t be an issue anymore once your baby arrives.

Breastfeeding also helps keep your weight at or near pre-pregnancy levels because it takes so much less effort on both ends of the equation—feeding time isn’t as exhausting as it would be if trying to breastfeed while eating (like most moms do), but at the same time being pregnant means using up all those extra calories anyway! Plus: breastfeeding gives us time away from worrying about our bodies; we don’t have any extra room for bad food choices or bingeing after work either!

The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods for two years or as long as mother and child wish to continue.
The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for six months, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods for two years or as long as mother and child wish to continue.

The WHO also recommends that babies should be exclusively breastfed from birth up until their first birthday, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods for two years or as long as mother and child wish to continue.

These are powerful reasons why breastfeeding is so beneficial for both mother and baby.
Breastfeeding is a powerful way to bond with your baby, as well as build strong mother-child relationships.

Benefits for Baby: Babies who are breastfed tend to develop better immunity and are less likely to get sick than those who are not breastfed. They also have higher IQs and perform better on tests than their formula-fed counterparts.

Benefits for Mother: Breastfeeding can lead to fewer colds and flu symptoms during the first six months of life, which will keep you healthier longer! It also helps her feel more confident about her body image because she knows that breastfeeding has given her a healthy option when it comes to feeding her child.

Conclusion
Breastfeeding is a beautiful and sacred ritual. It’s a bonding experience between mother and baby that lasts for life. And while it’s not always easy, it’s well worth the effort. You’ll find yourself feeling stronger physically, mentally, and emotionally as you continue on this journey into motherhood, which will last for years to come.

Lots of love,

Dr. Ruguru Kimani.