August 1-7, is World Breastfeeding Week, which provides a great opportunity to celebrate and consider the myriad advantages of breastfeeding.
Did you know breastfeeding benefits the baby, mom and society? Here are just a few benefits to breastfeeding, according to Womenshealth.gov:
- Babies who are breastfed have a lower risk of a number of health conditions, including asthma, obesity, ear infections and Type 2 diabetes.
- Moms who breastfeed their babies have a lower risk of Type 2 diabetes, cardiac disease, certain types of breast cancer and ovarian cancer.
- Breastfeeding saves money. Breastfed infants usually need fewer sick care visits, prescriptions and hospitalizations, and you don’t have to purchase their meals at the store.
- Breastfeeding is better for the environment. Formula cans and bottle supplies create more trash and plastic waste. Your milk is a renewable resource that comes packaged and warmed.
If you or someone you know needs help breastfeeding, contact Overlake Mom & Baby Care Center Lactation Line: 425.688.5516.
