The benefits of breastfeeding

Many medical experts, including the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, strongly recommend breastfeeding exclusively (no formula, juice, or water) for 6 months. After the introduction of other foods, it recommends continuing to breastfeed through the baby’s first year of life.
 

How often should I breastfeed my baby? 

This decision depends on whether your baby prefers small more frequent meals or longer feedings. 
 

Newborn babies often want to feed:

Every 2-3 hours.

By 2 months: - every 3-4 hours

By 6 months every 4-5 hours.
You and your baby are unique, and the decision is completely up to you.  

What is the benefits of breastfeeding?

  • Breast milk provides ideal nutritions for infants. It has perfect mixture of vitamins, fats and protein - everything your baby needs to grow. 
  • Skin to skin touching and eye contact help your baby bond with you and feel secure. 

  • Breast milk contains antibodies that help your baby fight off viruses and bacteria.

  • Breast milk lowers your baby's risk of having asthma, allergies. - Breastfeeding has been linked to higher IQ scores in later childhood in some studies.

  • Breastfed infants more likely to gain right weight as they go along rather than becoming overweight. 

If you are feeling shy breastfeeding in public, you can try our Bebekish Breastfeed Covers. It is lightweight, breathable, super soft and anti allergic.

The flexible neckline ensures that baby gets plenty of air and that you and your little one can maintain eye contact during feedings. It is perfect for you and your baby.  

 

Bebekish Breastfeeding Cover
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