Breastfeeding ... a healthy start for mother and baby
Mother's milk .. food, love and tenderness
There are a number of things mothers can do to improve the chances of breastfeeding success.
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Dr. Basma Jamal: "Babies do not need breast milk once they start eating solid foods."
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Breastfeeding is a very simple process, but it is not always easy.
It's something new for moms and babies, and it can be even more difficult for some moms and babies.
Among the most prominent benefits of breastfeeding a child is to strengthen the immune system, which helps protect against various diseases and protect against infectious diseases in particular.
Breast milk is the ideal food for the baby as it is designed to provide him with all the nutrients for healthy growth.
Breastfeeding is a great way to nourish your child and strengthen your relationship with him, as breastfeeding contributes to creating a strong intimate relationship between mother and child and makes him feel affection and warmth.
There are a number of things mothers can do to improve the chances of breastfeeding success.
According to Dr. Basma Jamal, a specialist in gynecology at Al Zahra Hospital Dubai, there are a number of things mothers can do to improve the chances of successful breastfeeding.
Here are a number of tips, benefits and misconceptions about breastfeeding to help you on the safe and healthy journey for you and your baby:
Misconceptions:
Breastfeeding will make my breasts sag: Breastfeeding does not cause your breasts to sag, but the pregnancy hormones can stretch the ligaments that support your breasts.
Wear a well-fitting bra during pregnancy to reduce this problem.
Formula is basically breast milk: in fact, most formulas are made from cow's milk.
It can contain bacteria, which is why it is essential to replace it with hot enough water to kill any bacteria (70 ° C).
Is my baby getting enough milk: Almost all women are physically able to breastfeed.
Early and frequent feeding and responding to your baby's signals give you the best start to building up an adequate milk supply.
Breastfeeding is painful: Breastfeeding is a natural way to feed a baby and it should not harm you.
If you feel sore in your breasts or nipples, it is usually because your baby is not positioned or seated properly.
Ask your midwife, doctor or breastfeeding specialist to watch how you breastfeed your baby to help pinpoint the problem.
Babies do not need breast milk once they start eating solid foods at around the age of six months: Breastfeeding still has many benefits for you and your baby after six months.
It protects them from infection and there is some evidence that it helps them digest solid foods, and it also continues to provide the balance of nutrients they need.
A balanced diet
Eat healthy, balanced meals while breastfeeding.
Include lots of fruits and vegetables, whole grains, and protein-packed foods such as lean meats, beans and dairy products.
To make breast milk, your body may need about 450 to 500 additional calories per day (2,500 total calories) if you are at a normal weight.
Take a multivitamin supplement prescribed by your doctor.
Drink lots of water.
Make sure you have at least eight glasses of water a day, because breastfeeding uses a lot of fluids.
Stay away from sugary drinks, even juices.
Rest as much as possible, try to sleep and take advantage of these opportunities for rest.
Reduce caffeine intake to 200 mg a day, as it affects a child's sleep.
Limit your intake of seafood that is high in mercury.
Avoid smoking, as nicotine can affect your child's sleep and health.
Health benefits:
Breastfeeding reduces infections in your baby.
Reduces the incidence of diarrhea and vomiting in infants.
It reduces the risk of sudden death syndrome in infants.
Reduces your child's obesity.
Reduces cardiovascular disease in adulthood.
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