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Moms who breastfeed their babies may enjoy:
Moms who breastfeed their babies may enjoy:
- No bottle cleaning
- No formula preparation
- Lower cost
- Easier weight loss
- Enhancement of the unique bond between mother and child
Moms who breastfeed their babies may feel:
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Confused by lack of experience or support
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Afraid or ashamed to ask for help for such a “natural” activity
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Overwhelmed by the time commitment
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Exhausted by the frequent feedings (every 2 to 3 hours, day and night)
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Socially isolated from other relationships and activities
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Frightened by conflicting emotions of enjoyment and resentment
Note: Cow’s milk by itself is not an adequate source of complete nutrition for infants. Commercially prepared formulas for bottle-feeding are excellent sources of nutrition for babies that do not breastfeed.
Other Factors
Some babies are unable to adequately breast feed due to: Many situations or circumstances can change your plans to breastfeed. How and what your baby eats may ultimately depend on the infant’s physical condition and your health after birth. Some mothers are unable to breastfeed because of: Some mothers are advised NOT to breastfeed due to health problems such as: Questions That May Be Helpful For Mothers To Ask Resources For Information, Questions, or Problems Healthcare professionals — such as physicians, dietitians, nurses, and nurse-midwives — can answer questions you may have about breastfeeding and bottle feeding. As mentioned, breastfeeding is not necessarily “second nature” to either the mother or the baby. Many women are greatly helped by advice and tips from others, especially during the first days and weeks after the baby’s birth. Once excellent source is La Leche League International. They can be reached at 800-LA LECHE and www.lalecheleague.org. They can answer many of your questions about how to hold the baby, what to expect, and challenges you may encounter. Lactation counselors are specially trained in breast-feeding strategies. They can help you understand the entire process of breast-feeding. One quick consultation is all that most healthy moms and babies need. A trained counselor can detect special situations that may require more time or visits. 
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