Why Breast Milk is the best?

Breast milk is a source of important immunities. A breastfeeding mother manufactures antibodies against the germs that threaten her baby and passes them on to the baby through her milk. Breast milk also contains living cells that act against bacteria in the infant's stomach.

Breast milk fed babies have fewer allergies. When compared with formula feeding, total breastfeeding for six months results in a lower incidence of allergies. Breast milk protects against sensitization to common allergens.

Breast milk contributes to optimal brain growth. Studies all over are starting to prove out that breast milk stimulates brain development. Even into adulthood, children fed breast milk have higher IQ's and do better in school.

Breast milk babies have fewer respiratory illnesses. They even have fewer colds. Bottle-fed babies are more likely to contract serious diseases like bronchitis and pheumonia.

Breast milk protects against illness. Breastfed babies have less diarrhea, less vomiting, fewer ear infections and fewer hospital admissions than bottle-fed infants.

Breast milk helps prevent tooth decay. Research has shown that breastfed children are less susceptible to dental decay than their bottle-fed counterparts and are less likely to need orthodontic corrections.

Medela breast pumps (and most all breast pumps for that matter) will express your breast milk in a safe manner. The nutrients will STILL be available for your baby.