Breast feeding an art in itself and requires lots of patience and
practice; also it can be quite a challenge for the new mom. Babies are
born with a sucking reflex which makes them suck and gulp down milk. An
important thing is that, for breast milk to be produced your breasts
have to be stimulated by feeding your baby regularly; else their ability
to produce milk dwindles. In such a case, switch from formula to
mother's milk cannot always be facilitated.
To get rid of the
jitters of breast feeding you can join breastfeeding classes or breast
feeding support groups. Another option is to schedule an appointment
with a lactation consultant a couple of days after birth. Some expert
guidance can make you much more assured and relaxed while nursing.
The
nutritional advantages of breast milk are manifold. It is abundant in
sugars, fats, enzymes, amino acids, vitamins, and most importantly
disease fighting antibodies. Formula milk can emulate most properties of
the breast milk but does not contain any antibodies or certain complex
constituents which are too difficult to manufacture.
Your
newborn's infantile digestive system can easily assimilate breast milk.
Hence babies thriving solely on mother's milk have fewer instances of
diarrhea and constipation. Another important advantage is that breast
milk doesn't cost a penny and is readily available.
As a nursing
mother you should pay extra attention your own nutrition. Consistently
take vitamin and mineral supplements recommended by your physician and
maintain a balanced dietary regime. Certain food items need to be
avoided or regulated, as they provoke fussiness in the baby, mainly
chocolate, caffeine, spices, citrus foods and gas causing vegetables.
Breast
feeding benefits the mother too. It helps the her bond with the baby
during the crucial feeding time and makes her more reassured of her
ability to take care of the little one. Breast feeding aids weight loss
by burning calories, so a nursing mom can shed the extra pounds quicker.
Extra intimacy that mothers experience due to breast feeding is both
emotional and hormonal.
Learn more about newborn baby care.
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