Benefits of breastfeeding by month

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Your milk contains hormones that help your baby separate day from night so they sleep better.

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A full year of nursing decreases risks of:

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Benefits of breastfeeding by month

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Day

Your first milk is a golden, sticky substance called colostrum, packed with antibodies and the nutrients your baby's tiny tummy needs.

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Month

Breastfeeding builds immunity and protects your little one's gut health.

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Month

Oxytocin (the "love hormone" is released when breastfeeding, helping you bond with baby and even alleviating postpartum mood symptoms.

Your milk contains hormones that help your baby separate day from night so they sleep better.

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Month

6

Month

Even when your child starts solids, breast milk is still their primary food source. It has the fats and nutrients they need.

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Breastmilk contains long chain polyunsaturated fatty acids, perfect for supporting your baby's brain while they learn to crawl and talk.

Month

A full year of nursing decreases risks of:

- heart disease - diabetes - many cancers

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Month

Your body makes antibodies specific to the germs that infect your baby, so they can get better faster.

18+

Month

Nursing continues to provide benefits for your baby as long as you both enjoy it. And don't forget how great it is for bonding!

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