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I'm wondering if I should breast feed right away or should i just bottle feed it & buy formula ?
I don't know about how much a new born eats cuz I always breastfed but when I swiitched my son to formula at 7 months he ate a can a week. They are $30. So it was $120 a month!!!! So much cheaper to breastfeed. I was blown away by how much I was spending on formula.
What *****? Btw mine didn't sag after my first pregnancy, and don't think they will after this one. Mine are naturally very large though so have never been "perky" just very big. and obviously because they aren't implants they aren't up to my chin ;)
That's good, if you want to do it, go for it, the benefits are great. If you don't want to, its your choice, no one can make you , do what you want to do, but obviously breast is natural and designed for your baby. I wish I'd have asked for more support, so don't be scared to ask for help if you need it should you decide to breastfeed.
That's good, if you want to do it, go for it, the benefits are great. If you don't want to, its your choice, no one can make you , do what you want to do, but obviously breast is natural and designed for your baby. I wish I'd have asked for more support, so don't be scared to ask for help if you need it should you decide to breastfeed.
Yes i'm not saying breastfeeding prevents ear infections for every baby etc.... but it's factual that breastfeeding helps prevent them as to if you didn't breastfeed.. it does give a better chance of not getting them.
Also breastfeeding does NOT make your breasts saggy. I posted that information above and that information answers the question...
Myth 2: “Breastfeeding will make my breasts saggy”
Fact: Breastfeeding doesn’t cause your breasts to sag, but the ageing process and losing or putting on weight can all have an effect.
f anything makes your breasts sag it is gaining weight on your breasts whilst pregnant, then losing that weight. It's nothing linked with breastfeeding, plus breasts are designed to feed so don't worry about it.
Like i said, I bottle fed, and breast fed. I am not biased or against bottle feeding. But I am PRO breastfeeding and just want to help people understand the benefits of breastfeeding as alot of first time mothers aren't given the info!
Also breastfeeding does NOT make your breasts saggy. I posted that information above and that information answers the question...
Myth 2: “Breastfeeding will make my breasts saggy”
Fact: Breastfeeding doesn’t cause your breasts to sag, but the ageing process and losing or putting on weight can all have an effect.
f anything makes your breasts sag it is gaining weight on your breasts whilst pregnant, then losing that weight. It's nothing linked with breastfeeding, plus breasts are designed to feed so don't worry about it.
Like i said, I bottle fed, and breast fed. I am not biased or against bottle feeding. But I am PRO breastfeeding and just want to help people understand the benefits of breastfeeding as alot of first time mothers aren't given the info!
I have heard that, but my breasts are fine and i have 3 children. Lol. Being pregnant can and will make your body change a lot. Its just what we have to go through for our children! Breastfeeding help's your uterus contract back after birth also
I had severe ear infections since birth till four years nd I was breast fed till I was two.
Hehe I hope I can exclusively breastfeed this time. The health benefits for baby are amazing. My daughter suffered with ear infections soo badly for the first 14 months of her life. Breastfeeding helps protect against ear infections and so I always felt guilty and wish I could've breastfed her longer to protect her. I will say if you chose to breastfeed make sure you have great support. I really struggled and didn't seek help.
No one can answer that, you have to do what's right for you. I have to say i am pro breast, without doubt i will defybe breast feeding again, it really is an amazing feeling. That is why we have them after all. Lol
There is nothing wrong with bottlefeeding but breast is best. Even if you struggle to breastfeed you can always express your milk into a bottle, it's full of antibodies and has huge benefits. I breastfed for a month and struggled but expressed for a while after. We ended up using formula from the age of 3 months to a year but I do wish I could've breastfed longer, and will try harder this time. There's nothing wrong with formula. But I think it's important you know before you have your baby the good of breastfeeding :) at the end of the day its a personal choice, your choice.
Here are the benefits of breastfeeding.
Why breastfeed?
It’s never too early to start thinking about how you're going to feed your baby. Today, most women in England are choosing to breastfeed.
Breast milk is the only natural food designed for your baby.
Breastfeeding protects your baby from infections and diseases.
Breast milk provides health benefits for your baby.
Breastfeeding provides health benefits for mum.
It’s free.
It’s available whenever and wherever your baby needs a feed.
It’s the right temperature.
It can build a strong physical and emotional bond between mother and baby.
It can give you a great sense of achievement.
Health benefits for your baby
Breastfeeding is the healthiest way to feed your baby. Exclusive breastfeeding (giving your baby breast milk only) is recommended for around the first six months (26 weeks) of your baby's life. After that, giving your baby breast milk alongside other food will help them continue to grow and develop.
Breastfeeding is good for babies. Breastfed babies have:
less chance of diarrhoea and vomiting and having to go to hospital as a result
fewer chest and ear infections and having to go to hospital as a result
less chance of being constipated
less likelihood of becoming obese and therefore developing type 2 diabetes and other illnesses later in life
less chance of developing eczema
Any amount of breastfeeding has a positive effect. The longer you breastfeed, the longer the protection lasts and the greater the benefits.
Infant formula doesn't give your baby the same ingredients or provide the same protection. Breast milk adapts to meet your baby's changing needs.
Health benefits for you
Breastfeeding doesn’t only benefit your baby. It benefits your health too. Breastfeeding is good for mums as it:
lowers your risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer
naturally uses up to 500 calories a day
saves money – infant formula, the sterilising equipment and feeding equipment can be costly
can help to build a strong bond between you and your baby
Exclusive breastfeeding can also delay the return of your periods. For more information on contraception, see Sex and contraception.
Common breastfeeding misconceptions
Many myths and stories about breastfeeding have been passed down through family and friends, but some are inaccurate or out-of-date. See how many you’ve heard, and separate fact from fiction:
Myth 1: “It’s not that popular, only a few women do it in this country”
Fact: 78% of women in England start breastfeeding.
Myth 2: “Breastfeeding will make my breasts saggy”
Fact: Breastfeeding doesn’t cause your breasts to sag, but the ageing process and losing or putting on weight can all have an effect.
Myth 3: “Infant formula is basically the same as breast milk”
Fact: Infant formula isn’t the same as breast milk. It's not a living product so it doesn’t have the antibodies, living cells, enzymes or hormones that protect your baby from infections and diseases later in life.
Myth 4: “People don’t like women breastfeeding in public”
Fact: Surveys actually show that the majority of people don’t mind women breastfeeding in public at all. The more it’s done, the more normal it will become.
Myth 5: “Breastfeeding is easy for some women, but some don’t produce enough milk”
Fact: Almost all women are physically able to breastfeed. It’s a skill that every woman needs to learn and practise before it becomes easy. It happens more quickly for some women than others, but nearly all women can produce the amount of milk their baby needs.
Myth 6: “If I breastfeed I can’t have a sex life”
Fact: After you've had your baby you'll decide when it's time to have sex with your partner. The same hormone that helps to release your milk for the baby (oxytocin) is also made when you have sex. When having sex you may leak a little breast milk. This is normal.
Changing from bottle to breast
If you’ve already been formula feeding for a few days but you’ve changed your mind and want to breastfeed, speak to your midwife or health visitor as soon as possible for support on how to build up your milk supply. Or call the National Breastfeeding Helpline on 0300 100 0212.
Clinical reasons for not breastfeeding
Occasionally, there are clinical reasons for not breastfeeding. For example, if you have HIV or, in rare cases, you're taking certain types of medication that may harm your baby. Under these circumstances when there's no alternative, bottle feeding with infant formula will be recommended. If you’re not sure whether you should breastfeed your baby, speak to your midwife or health visitor for information and support. Alternatively, you can find further sources of help in our Breastfeeding - help and support section.
Here are the benefits of breastfeeding.
Why breastfeed?
It’s never too early to start thinking about how you're going to feed your baby. Today, most women in England are choosing to breastfeed.
Breast milk is the only natural food designed for your baby.
Breastfeeding protects your baby from infections and diseases.
Breast milk provides health benefits for your baby.
Breastfeeding provides health benefits for mum.
It’s free.
It’s available whenever and wherever your baby needs a feed.
It’s the right temperature.
It can build a strong physical and emotional bond between mother and baby.
It can give you a great sense of achievement.
Health benefits for your baby
Breastfeeding is the healthiest way to feed your baby. Exclusive breastfeeding (giving your baby breast milk only) is recommended for around the first six months (26 weeks) of your baby's life. After that, giving your baby breast milk alongside other food will help them continue to grow and develop.
Breastfeeding is good for babies. Breastfed babies have:
less chance of diarrhoea and vomiting and having to go to hospital as a result
fewer chest and ear infections and having to go to hospital as a result
less chance of being constipated
less likelihood of becoming obese and therefore developing type 2 diabetes and other illnesses later in life
less chance of developing eczema
Any amount of breastfeeding has a positive effect. The longer you breastfeed, the longer the protection lasts and the greater the benefits.
Infant formula doesn't give your baby the same ingredients or provide the same protection. Breast milk adapts to meet your baby's changing needs.
Health benefits for you
Breastfeeding doesn’t only benefit your baby. It benefits your health too. Breastfeeding is good for mums as it:
lowers your risk of getting breast and ovarian cancer
naturally uses up to 500 calories a day
saves money – infant formula, the sterilising equipment and feeding equipment can be costly
can help to build a strong bond between you and your baby
Exclusive breastfeeding can also delay the return of your periods. For more information on contraception, see Sex and contraception.
Common breastfeeding misconceptions
Many myths and stories about breastfeeding have been passed down through family and friends, but some are inaccurate or out-of-date. See how many you’ve heard, and separate fact from fiction:
Myth 1: “It’s not that popular, only a few women do it in this country”
Fact: 78% of women in England start breastfeeding.
Myth 2: “Breastfeeding will make my breasts saggy”
Fact: Breastfeeding doesn’t cause your breasts to sag, but the ageing process and losing or putting on weight can all have an effect.
Myth 3: “Infant formula is basically the same as breast milk”
Fact: Infant formula isn’t the same as breast milk. It's not a living product so it doesn’t have the antibodies, living cells, enzymes or hormones that protect your baby from infections and diseases later in life.
Myth 4: “People don’t like women breastfeeding in public”
Fact: Surveys actually show that the majority of people don’t mind women breastfeeding in public at all. The more it’s done, the more normal it will become.
Myth 5: “Breastfeeding is easy for some women, but some don’t produce enough milk”
Fact: Almost all women are physically able to breastfeed. It’s a skill that every woman needs to learn and practise before it becomes easy. It happens more quickly for some women than others, but nearly all women can produce the amount of milk their baby needs.
Myth 6: “If I breastfeed I can’t have a sex life”
Fact: After you've had your baby you'll decide when it's time to have sex with your partner. The same hormone that helps to release your milk for the baby (oxytocin) is also made when you have sex. When having sex you may leak a little breast milk. This is normal.
Changing from bottle to breast
If you’ve already been formula feeding for a few days but you’ve changed your mind and want to breastfeed, speak to your midwife or health visitor as soon as possible for support on how to build up your milk supply. Or call the National Breastfeeding Helpline on 0300 100 0212.
Clinical reasons for not breastfeeding
Occasionally, there are clinical reasons for not breastfeeding. For example, if you have HIV or, in rare cases, you're taking certain types of medication that may harm your baby. Under these circumstances when there's no alternative, bottle feeding with infant formula will be recommended. If you’re not sure whether you should breastfeed your baby, speak to your midwife or health visitor for information and support. Alternatively, you can find further sources of help in our Breastfeeding - help and support section.
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