Breastfeeding vs Formula milk
What is breastfeeding
Benefits of breasfeeding
Mother's decision
Nutritional benefits of breastfeeding
Oxytocin
Helps mother lose weight
protects against infections
diarrhea and ear infections
few trips to the doctor
Advantages of both feedings
Breastmilk doesnt cost a cent
Exposed to different tastes
Always ready for feeding
Reduce risk of breast cancer
Burns pregnacy fats
Good for mothers on the go
Child can bond with other family members
What is formula feeding
Cost of formula
Social grants
contains vitamin D
Not found in breast milk
Babies take a long time to latch
Disadvantages of both feedings
HIV
Feeding a child for more than 2 years
Breastfeeding in public
shaming women for breastfeeding in public
Overweight
Formula milk is costly
Waking up at night