Once we find out we’re pregnant, we try to do as much research as possible.  It is good to gain knowledge about the things we don’t know already, especially when it comes to our baby.  One thing you may have come across is breastfeeding.  A lot of people are for it, and a lot of people choose formula instead.  They are both great choices, but if you are thinking about breastfeeding, here are 10 good reasons why you should.

10 Reasons to Breastfeed Your Baby:

• Breastmilk will cost you a lot less than the price of formula.
• Your body changes to make sure your baby gets all the vitamins and nutrients it needs.  Therefore, you don’t have to worry about which kind of formula to buy.
• Breastfed babies are known to have less allergies than those that are formula fed.
• Breastfeeding your baby is one of the best ways you can bond with your baby.
• Babies digest breastmilk even easier than they do formula.  Breastmilk reduces their chances of diarrhea and constipation.
• Breastmilk has antibodies that protect your baby against colds, flu, ear infections, asthma, etc.
• Babies tend to spit up less when they are breastfed.
• If you consider breastfeeding, they say you can loose the weight you put on during pregnancy faster and easier.
• Babies that are breastfed are known to have higher IQs than those that aren’t.
• SIDS among babies is known to be less common in babies that are breastfed.

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As you can see, there are quite a few benefits you and your baby will receive if you breastfeed your baby.  Breastmilk is the most natural way to feed your baby.  It gets everything it needs just from you.  It is a great feeling to be able to provide for your baby in such a way.  If you’re not sure about breastfeeding, just look at all the benefits!