MODULE 4

Choosing to Breastfeed

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Benefits of breastfeeding

BENEFITS OF BREASTFEEDING
Ideal for the baby	Ideal for the mother
In addition to being the best food for the baby, it is always fresh and ready.	Promotes bonding and attachment between mother and baby.
Helps to prevent constipation.	Helps the uterus return to its normal size.
Increase protection against diseases such as infantile diabetes.	Protect against breast and ovarian cancer.
Increases protection against ear, lung and stomach infections.	Contributes to strenghtening the bones.
Increases protection against allergies if there is a family history of allergies.	Burns the supplementary fat accumulated during pregnancy.
May increase the protection against Sudden Infant Death syndrome also called crib death.	Saves time because there are no bottles to prepare.
Helps to promote proper jaw and teeth development.	Saves on garbage since there is no wrapping to throw out.
Help to promote better brain.	Breastfeeding is good for the environment.

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c. Breastfeeding Plan

This is an example of a breastfeeding plan that you may use during your stay in the hospital. Keep this plan and if possible, share it with your partner, your health care provider, your nurse, or any other person who may be around for your beginning as a breastfeeding mother.

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a. Questions to Ask before Labour

One way to prepare for breastfeeding is to ask questions. If possible, question the hospital staff before your due date. Here is a list of questions you can ask the staff at the hospital where your baby will be born. You can print the list and bring it with you to the hospital so you can discuss with the nurses during labour.

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