Breastfed Babies: Reasons Why Breastfed Babies are the Cream of the
Crop
Babies are regarded as a special gift from the heavens. They are the
end-result of the perfect union of two loving individuals and the
ultimate legacy that any two individuals can give to this world. It is
normal for any parent to possess the highest hopes and dreams for their
precious angel. While parents would naturally believe in their heart
that their little bundle of joy is no less than perfect, they are also
brimming with bright expectations and optimistic hope for their future.
The realization your dreams for your little one can be ensured during
the earliest stages of life. While generally, babies are regarded to
be made up of sugar, spice and everything nice, breastfeeding as soon as
after delivery can help equip your little one with the beginning
competencies of beauty, brains and brawns that will enable him to be the
best of whatever he can be. Studies have shown that children who were
breastfed as infants are more likely to grow up as emotionally stable
adults. When the babies’ oral needs are gratified through sucking, they
are able to learn the value of trust and bonding towards the caregiver.
The result of extensive research studies have shown that most alcoholics
and drug addicts were those infants whose oral needs were not met by
their caregivers. As a result of through research, the IQ of breastfed
babies is significantly higher than of those who are formula-fed.
Breastfed babies are less prone to certain allergies and diseases that
may develop in early life due to the antibody component of breast milk.
Children who were breastfed are also less prone to developing diarrhea
and inflammatory diseases of the digestive tract, such as Crohn’s
disease and ulcerative colitis. This is because breast milk is more
easily digestible as compared to infant formula. Studies have shown that
adults who were breastfed as children are also less prone to developing
serious and potentially debilitating diseases such as heart disease,
juvenile diabetes and some forms of childhood cancers. Breastfeeding
also helps in preventing adolescent obesity and eating problems as
children who were breastfed as babies learn to develop healthy eating
patterns and become more acquainted with their body’s need for food
during the earliest stages of life. Breastfed babies turn out to have
lesser orthodontic workups during adulthood as the sucking activity
during breastfeeding helps babies to develop well-formed palates and jaw
lines, leading to teeth that are better aligned. The mother’s breast
milk contains the right amount and combination of vitamins, minerals,
proteins, and enzymes that are sure to yield a better skin, physique and
posture to their babies.
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