It is common knowledge that Mother's Milk (ASI) is the best food for babies, especially during exclusive breastfeeding. Breast milk has 400 nutritional contents in it so that it can meet the needs of the baby's needs until the growth and development stage. If the mother gives exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months it can also reduce the risk of ear infections, pneumonia (pneumonia), digestive inflammation (gastroenteritis), and at the same time increase the intelligence of the baby. Here are 6 (six) benefits of breastfeeding for your baby that you need to know:
Breast milk contains the most perfect nutrients for baby growth and intelligence development
When compared to breast milk with canned milk products or formula for the baby, breast milk is still superior and unbeatable. Because breast milk contains all the most important substances needed by babies, such as DHA, AA, Omega 6, lactose, taurine, protein, lactobacilli, vitamin A, colostrum, fat, iron, lactoferrin and lysozyme.
Breastfeeding as a means to bring the mother closer to her baby (bonding)
Breast milk is the main food for the baby after birth. Aside from being the main food, breast milk also plays a role in bringing closer the closeness of the soul between the mother and the child (bonding). Even exclusive breastfeeding can also have better closeness and relationships.
Breast milk provides optimal immunity for babies
The breast milk that comes out for the first time after delivery contains colostrum to increase the body's resistance better than subsequent breastfeeding. This is because the first breast milk contains higher immune substances, so it is very beneficial for the formation of the baby's immune system.
Breast milk is always available, hygienic, not stale and always fresh
Unlike other milk, breast milk will not spoil because it is produced directly from the mother's breast without the interference of chemicals. In order for the breast milk produced to be of good quality, the mother must pay attention to the intake of the food she eats which is nutritionally balanced and appropriate.
Breast milk is a good protector
Breast milk is a good protector for the baby from various diseases or incidents such as sudden infant death, digestive disorders, diarrhea, ear infections and others. In addition, breast milk is also able to stimulate the baby to be immune to various food ingredients and provide protection from various food allergies.
Breast milk contains 67-68 kcal/100 ml calories
Breastfeeding is beneficial for both mother and child because it is an ideal source of energy for the baby's growth.
Not only for babies, breastfeeding is also very good for mothers because by breastfeeding, mothers can release tension in the breasts, reducing the mother's risk of developing ovarian cancer. Happy loving!
Article written by dr. Mufti Yunus Sp.OG (Pediatrician at EMC Alam Sutera Hospital)