For Those Who Choose Breastfeed

 

 

Although Breastfeeding is the optimal choice, there are other options for those who simply are unable to breastfeed or for those who may choose not to for other personal reasons. Some women may feel pressured to to do one or the other, but just remember the method you choose to feed your baby is YOURS and yours alone. Just choose what works best for you and your baby.

There are many brands of baby formula. Listed below are just a few of them.

• Similac
• Enfamil
• Gerber Good Start

Formula feeding is still healthy for your baby, but you need to be carful of which brands and types of formula you purchase for your baby. To find the right formula, just pay attention to your baby. If he/she has gas a sensitive formula may be best. If he/she has a lactose sensitivity a soy or other lactose free formula. The list of issues a baby can have goes on and on so just pay attention to your little one and if something isn't right talk to your doctor to see if a formula change is needed.

 

Some websites to visit to help with your formula search:

 

• http://similac.com/feeding-nutrition/formula-feeding-and-nutrition
• http://www.enfamil.com/app/iwp/enfamil/enfHome10.do?dm=enf&ls=0&csred=1&r=3556922189
 

 

 

Breastfeeding is a Beautiful Thing!

 

 

 

Breastfeeding is by far the best method to feed your baby.

 

Breastfed babies who are exclusively breasted for six months have decreased chances of:

• ear infections
• diarrhea
• respiratory illnesses
• childhood obesity
• colic

Mothers who breastfeed have:

• A reduced risk of breast and ovarian cancers
• A strong bong with their baby
• Increased self esteem
• More money to be spent on baby items since breastfeeding costs nothing

 

For more information about breastfeeding visit http://www.womenshealth.gov/breastfeeding/