Breastfeeding

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  • A woman feeding her baby with milk produced naturally by her breasts. Human milk straight from the breast is always sterile.
  • Mother's milk always has the right amount of fat, sugar, water, and protein needed for a baby's development.
  • Mother's milk is easier to digest by the babies' digestive tracts in comparison to the formula.
  • It protects infants from bacteria and viruses and help them fight off infection and disease.
  • Breastfeeding is a personal decision for the mother to make.
  • Women who receive breast implants are usually able to successfully breastfeed.

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