For a good portion in this century,
breast-feeding was largely abandoned in affluent countries in favor of bottles.
The use of special formula of cow's milk, in bottles, also became widespread in
developing nations. Pediatricians are trying to reverse this trend and they are
encouraging mothers to give their babies the advantages of breast milk for some
time, even if only for a few weeks. More and more, mothers are
choosing to breast feed the old fashioned way in order
to give their babies the physical and emotional advantages of natural breast
milk.
A major advantage of breast feeding
is that, not only does human breast milk give the baby some digestible milk
proteins, but breast milk protects against infections such as gastroenteritis
and pneumonia during the first few months of life when the baby's own immune
system is immature. Immunity is passed from mother to baby through the milk.
Breast-fed babies are also thought less likely to become overweight. There is
some speculation that breast-feeding may also protect against heart disease in
later life. It is also theorized that babies who have non-human milk early in
life are more liable to develop allergies.
Natural nursing helps to develop close emotional links between mother and baby,
demonstrated by the fact that a baby's cry a few rooms away will cause a "let
down" of the mother's milk. Nursing also stimulates release of a hormone from
the hypothalamus in the brain, which aids the shrinking of the uterus back to
normal size following childbirth.
Lansinoh Breast Soother
Special Features: May
Be Used Warm or Cool Fast
Relief from Discomfort Caused by Blocked Ducts, Engorgement and Other Soreness Fits
Discreetly into Any Size Nursing Bra Contoured
Shape Fits All Sizes
Breastfeeding is a natural process giving baby perfect nutrition, comfort and
security. Sometimes though, engorgement, blocked ducts and mastitis can create
soreness for mother, making feeding difficult for baby. Breast Soother is a
simple hygienic and effective thermal aid to help relieve pain and ease
soreness. Used warm or cold, the reusable packs slip easily into any size bra,
comfortably and discreetly.
Price :$22.95
Breast size is immaterial to successful feeding. Even quite flat-chested women
may manage to feed twins. During pregnancy, the glandular tissue of the breast
proliferates in readiness for lactation. When the baby suckles, the hormone
oxytocin is released from the pituitary and stimulates milk production.
During the first few days, the breasts secret small amounts of a thick yellow
fluid known as colostrum-quite adequate for the baby, which has its own initial
reserves of food-after which the milk "comes in".
The modern trend is to feed babies "on demand" and allow them to establish their
own feeding patterns. A continued flow of milk depends upon the demand made by
the baby. When the baby is weaned, the falloff in the sucking stimulus means
that less milk is produced; eventually, the flow ceases.
Most women who want to feed successfully can do so. Worry, emotional upset and
illness are major reasons why milk may fail. However, it is no failure if a
woman is unable to feed her baby. Hundreds of thousands of happy adults were
bottle-fed.
Lansinoh Privacy drape
Special Features: Provides You and
Your Baby Complete Privacy Patented Shoulder
Weight Prevents Baby Pulling Off Drape Unique, Full
Pleated Design Allows for Important Mother Baby Eye Contact
It allows you to
breastfeed privately in shopping malls, restaurants or wherever you go with your
baby. The light, cotton fabric allows air to circulate, making your baby more
comfortable
Price
:$22.95
heat sensor feeding bottle - 9oz Innovative heat sensor bottle has a heat molded stripe on the side that turns pink if milk is too hot for your baby. Available in 9oz size.
features
complete with nipple and leak proof cap
unique heat sensor stripe
provides parents added reassurance
wide neck design for easy filling and
cleaning
dishwasher safe
A personal vigilance and early
detection remain a woman's best weapons in the war against cancer.
Lansinoh Breast Soother
May
Be Used Warm or Cool
Lansinoh Privacy drape
