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Breastfeeding

There are a wide variety of breastfeeding resources available, both in our community and in the wider, world-wide web community. From here you can find information on Breastfeeding resources at the Brantford General, in our community or what is available over the world wide web.

•  Breastfeeding is free, safe and protects against infection and disease.

•  It is extremely rare for a woman to be physically unable to breastfeed.

•  Breastfed babies need no other food or drink for about the first 6 months of life.

• Along with family foods breast milk is beneficial until at least 2 years of age.

•  They also have reduced risk of diabetes, pneumonia, ear infections, and some cancers.

• Breastfeeding protects mother's health too, reducing the risk of diabetes and cancer.

•  Babies are likely to develop a higher IQ since breast milk encourages brain growth.

•  Learn about breastfeeding before baby arrives. Take a class, attend a La Leche League meeting, read books or view a video

•  Put your baby to breast as soon as possible after delivery and as so as possible in the first few weeks

•  The more you breastfeed, the more milk there will be

• Seek help for success