Diapers, Duds and More LLC - Breast Feeding Info

The “Greenest” alternative
Or
“Breast is best”

When you think of the impact that producing formula has on our environment, breastfeeding is a “no-brainer”. Formula is very good, breastfeeding is a personal choice. There are times where a woman has planned to breastfeed, but it hasn’t worked out.

Breast milk has been proven (since man’s beginnings) to be the perfect food for baby. It helps prevent food allergies & obesity. Since babies are born with little immunization, breast milk has the needed antibodies. Breastfeeding also lowers both mom & baby’s risk of ever getting certain cancers.

When breastfeeding, you don’t have to worry about storing the milk, or heating a bottle. Everything’s ready to go-anytime of the day or night! We can’t forget the bond that occurs with breastfeeding!
Note: If you do need to bottle feed, preferably use glass or plastic bottles that are BPA free.

“Let Down”

At first, the “let-down” reflux might cause cramping in the uterus. Nursing involves the natural release of oxytocin (a hormone that stimulates the contraction of cells inside the breast to help push milk from the ducts into the nipples).

The cramping is normal-the uterus is returning to it’s pre-pregnancy size. You’re on your way to a flatter stomach! Also, when breastfeeding, mom burns 300 calories a day. So, breastfeeding is good for both baby & mother!