Why breastfeed your baby?

Milk is always fresh, clean, and warm
It's easy to do anywhere - cover up
    for privacy
Makes night time feeding faster

Breastfeeding helps protect moms from:

Breast and ovarian cancer
Brittle bones (osteoporosis)
Blood loss after birth
Early return of periods

Breastfeeding reduces:

Number of sick doctor visits
Mom's tummy sooner
Time missed from work/school
Money spent on formula

Questions About...?

Diet: Relax and eat well. If your diet is not the best, you will still make great breastmilk.

Medicines: Ask your doctor to be sure. Many medicines are safe to take while nursing.

Smoking: Try to quit. However, it is better to breastfeed than to bottlefeed even if you smoke.

Alcohol: It is best not to drink, but one glass of wine or beer on special occasions is OK.

HIV-positive, Active TB, Drug/Alcohol abuse, Active Chemotherapy: Do not breastfeed.

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Breastfeeding helps protect your baby from:

See more information:

Breastfeeding and returning to
    work/school
Information for Dad!

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Why Breastfeed?
  Side A
  Side B

Breastfeeding & Work
  Cover Page
  Introduction
  Preparing
  Pumping Hints
  Collecting Breastmilk
  Hand Expression
  Storing Breastmilk
  Tips for Mom & Baby
  Sample Schedule

Dad & Breastfeeding
  Side A
  Side B