Bonding between mother and child.This is a great opportunity for mother’s to have a very special time with their new baby.Father’s don’t have to feel totally left out of this.They can get up and take the child to mommy and if you are going to have the baby at a sitter’s, the father should be the one doing the bottle to get the baby accustomed to using it when at the sitter’s.
Health benefits for mother and child
Baby’s brain development
Cheaper than formula.The upfront cost is a little more because of the potential need to buy a pump, but the cost in the long run is cheaper when compared to formula.
Natural laxative and gentler on their systems than most formulas.
More convenient (at least at home).At night you can just pull the child into bed.You don’t need to worry about making a bottle.It can be a little more difficult if you are in public to find somewhere somewhat private to do this.Some places do have mother’s rooms or places where you can go to nurse your child.Check with the employees.
Baby gets the cholostrum which has multiple benefits.
Breast feeding burns calories.
Breast feeding makes the uterus contract, which will help it get back to normal size faster.
Lessens the chance of food allergies later in life.Some kids are also allergic to some formulas.
