Transcription of Your Guide to Breastfeeding
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Your Guide toBreastfeedingCommon Questionstear-outFeedingChart!Why Breastfeedingis imPortantWhy Breastfeedingis imPortantLearn about the health benefits for both mom and baby! Pages 4-5 Learning to BreastFeedWhat you can do even before your baby is born. Page 11 Common QuestionsCan I breastfeed even if I am sick? Find out the answer to this question and others. Page 26tear-outFeedingChart! Page 45 Breastfeeding in PuBlicTips for making it work. Page 33commonchallengesLearn tips for saying farewell to sore nipples! Page Department of Health and Human Services, Office on women s Health2 Your Guide to BreastfeedingJanuary 2011 IntroductionThe experience of Breastfeeding is special for so many rea-sons, including:The joyful bonding with your baby The perfect nutrition only you can provide The cost savings The health benefits for both mother and baby In fact, breast milk has disease-fighting antibodies that can help protect infants from several types of illnesses.
including breast cancer and type 2 diabetes. Keep in mind that breastfeeding is a learned skill. It requires patience and practice. For some women, the learning stages can be frustrating and uncomfortable. And some situations make breast-feeding even harder, such as babies born early or health problems in the mother.
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