111 BREAST FEEDING REASONS  

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It's what breasts were designed for!

You're probably well aware that breast milk is best for your baby, but did you know that the benefits of        breastfeeding extend well beyond basic nutrition? In addition to containing all the vitamins and nutrients your baby needs in the first six months of life, breast milk is packed with disease-fighting substances that protect your baby from illness. That's why the American Academy of Paediatrics recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months. And scientific studies have shown that breastfeeding is good for your health, too.

Here's a look at some of the most important benefits you and your baby may derive from breastfeeding:

1. Breast milk tastes better than formula
   Human breast milk is sweet and light. Formula is pasty and bland. Which would you rather eat?   
2. Breastfed babies are less likely to die before their third birthday
   Not only are breastfed babies less likely to contract life-threatening diseases, they are better able to combat any illnesses that may develop.  
3. Breast milk is always the right temperature
   severe burns to babies' mouths have occurred due to improper heating of artificial milks. Even when it's done correctly, it's never fun to try to warm a bottle for a fussing baby  
4. Breastfeeding acts like a natural tranquilizer for mom
   Nursing mothers often joke about falling asleep on the job. The sleep inducing qualities of nursing a baby are remarkable. In fact, some new mothers have to be careful to hold a nursing baby in such a way that they will not drop the child when they inevitably nod off. Nursing in bed is a great solution. Even pumping at work can be a great way to calm down and get refocused during a stressful day. All this relaxation is caused by the hormone oxytocin, which is released each time a mother breastfeeds. It decreases blood pressure and calms the mother. Interestingly, one study found that there were far fewer incidences of domestic violence and sexual abuse in breastfeeding families  
5. Less money spent on corrective orthodontia
   The longer you breastfeed, the more likely the babies teeth will come in properly. If the teeth come in straight, there's no need to fix them.   
6. No bottles to tote
   Unless you're pumping and transporting the milk for later. Even then there are fewer bottles to deal with.  
7. No need to refrigerate
   Of course, breast milk stays fresh because it's made on demand. Even pumped breast milk keeps for a long time outside of the fridge.   
8. Cow's milk is designed for baby cows; while human milk is designed for human babies
   Human milk contains completely different proportions of protein, fat, carbohydrates. Cows milk is designed to help put on weight quickly, grow amazingly fast, and develop only as much brain power as a cow needs. After all, a calf is able to stand and walk on the day it is born. The natural hormones in cow’s milk are geared toward cows, not humans. The fact that human beings can even partially digest the milk of another species in sort of amazing when you stop to think about it. Human milk is designed for baby humans. It's designed to build brains, and to foster gradual physical growth 
9. Breast milk aids in the proper development of a baby's gastrointestinal tract
   "The cells of the mature intestinal lining are tightly packed together so that potential allergens cannot seep through into the bloodstream. But in the early months, the lining of a baby's immature intestines is more like a sieve, allowing potential allergens to get through, which sets the infant…up for allergies and infections. Breast milk contains a special protein called imunoglobulin A (IgA), which acts like a protective sealant in the digestive tract…Breast milk also contains a special substance called epidermal growth factor (EGF), which promotes the growth of the cells lining baby's intestines as well as other surface cells, such as the cells of the skin." 
10. Breast milk provides natural pain relief for baby
    Breast milk actually contains chemicals that suppress pain (endorphins). Aside from this, the comfort a baby derives from being held close and suckling is remarkable. Many a bruise or scrape has been soothed away almost instantly by a few moments of nursing. If you choose to have your child vaccinated, it is a good idea to nurse immediately after he/she receives a vaccination. This soothes the hurt, as well as enhancing the vaccine's effectiveness. 
11. A breastfeeding Mom gets more sleep
    Especially if she sleeps with baby, but even if she doesn't. No bottles to prepare and warm. Less time comforting a crying baby suffering from gas and allergies.  
12. Babies that nurse are happier at night
    A baby that gets its night time needs met quickly is more likely to get right back to sleep than a baby who has to wait for a bottle while crying and swallowing air.  
13. More sleep for dad
    Again, even if he helps with baby burping, diapering, and baby toting, there are no bottles to deal with. Also, breastfed babies tend to need much less burping after the first few months.  
14. Less equipment to maintain and store 
    Those bottles, measuring devices, sterilizing equipment and other gadgets take up shelf space and they all require cleaning. 
       

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