Question 1

is breast feeding heatlhy?

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Yes: Breast milk is the one material specifically designed for babies that is readily available, requires no refrigeration or mechanical assistance in use & will not trigger an allergic reaction. Many aboriginal populations that totally breast feed for the first 2 yrs have better muscle/bone indexes than american kids  over the same period.

Question 2

why is breast feeding beneficial?

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Breast milk: Because it has all the natural ingredients and antibody protection that a healthy infant requires to be able to thrive.

Question 3

what is the benefits of breast feeding?

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BreastFeeding: Benefits of breastfeeding extend well beyond basic nutrition. In addition to containing almost all the vitamins and nutrients your baby needs in the first six months of life (Vit D is the exception), breast milk is packed with disease-fighting substances that protect your baby from illness. It saves money (formula is expensive). Promotes bonding between infant and mom.

Question 4

what should i eat while breast feeding?

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A balanced diet: Be sure to consume enough fluids that you end up peeing at least 4x daily. Eat a balanced diet and avoid things that you find irritate baby.Things that make you gassy will likely do the same for baby.Avoid experimenting with spicy or hot foods and please don't try to restrict your calories. If you eat your pre-pregnancy needs some weight will come off naturally with breast feeding.

Question 5

what can help with breast feeding pain?

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Several options: This is very common in the first week or two of breastfeeding, as the skin needs to 'toughen up.'  A very common cause of nipple pain is an improper latch.  Make sure that your baby opens his mouth wide when latching.  There are creams with lanolin that soothe sore nipples.  Also rubbing expressed breast milk and exposure to air helps.  You might also have your doctor check for a yeast infection.

Question 6

how to gain weight whilst breast feeding?

Accepted Answer

Weight/Breastfeeding: While you are breastfeeding and you feel like you need to gain weight, do it by adding healthy calories to your meals. It's a good time to evaluate your diet for the health of you and your baby anyway. Add healthy calories like low fat greek yogurt, sweet potatoes, avocados, fruits, and low fat or nonfat milk. Remember to know your family medical history and still exercise and eat healthy while bf

Question 7

is taking ensure while breast feeding safe?

Accepted Answer

Yes, supplement: It is a nutritional supplement, and will not cause harm.

Question 8

does breast feeding has long term benefits?

Accepted Answer

Yes for baby/mom: The lifetime risk for a variety of health issues is improved for both mother &amp; baby.This includes the risk for diabetes in both, intestinal health for baby &amp; many more. The details are far too many to list in the space allowed. The basic fact is it is better if they can, though it requires work,commitment &amp; support of their family/friends.

Question 9

how do u know when to stop breast feeding ?

Accepted Answer

Mutual, NoClear Time: When your child increasingly wants to eat like adults, especially more than breast feed, would be one of many clues. However life is always complex; what you can manage, still manage life's many demands, including managing little ones, always another big/bigger issue.

Question 10

what type food to avoid while breast feeding?

Accepted Answer

Good Rule: Good rule of thumb is anything that bothers you may bother him.

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