I chose research the benefits of breastfeeding. I exclusively breastfed my son for seven months just so that he can receive all the nutrients. Breastfeeding is not only good for baby but also for the mom. This helps reduce the risk of breast cancer in women, ovarian cancer, as well as postpartum depression. Breast milk has antibodies in that helps strengthen the babies immune system. Breast milk also has been proven to lower the risks of ear infections, stomach viruses, as well as respiratory infections. Also, this aids in strengthening the bond between mom and new baby. I absolutely loved breastfeeding my son. It help create a bond that cannot be broken. The look that he gave me during feedings is something I will never forget!
Breastfeeding in other countries in a sense is more beneficial to the infant. Especially in countries were clean water is hard to find. If the baby is breastfed in these countries, then their life expectancy is higher, than those who are not. Also, families may be unable to afford formula, which in returns yields a malnourished child.
Here in the states, the mother is encouraged to breastfeed the baby exclusively for the first month, or at least the first few days so the baby can receive colostrum. However, in Sierra Leone women believe that colostrum produces a poison toxin, and often stop breastfeeding early. In return, babies are introduced to solid foods way too early. Sierra Leona also has some of the highest infant mortality rates, and lowest exclusively breastfed baby rates in the world. If you are interested more in this topic, I will post two links below for you all to view!
http://www.womenshealth.gov/publications/our-publications/fact-sheet/breastfeeding.html
http://www.incultureparent.com/2012/03/breastfeeding-around-the-world#slide6
I agree with you breastfeeding has so many beneficial components for both mother and child. In my culture mothers breastfeed their babies as long as they produce milk. After reading a lot of the research still nit enough mothers breastfeed their babies. I think we need more education and awareness on the benefits of breastfeeding
ReplyDeleteKayla,
ReplyDeleteI enjoyed reading your post. You brought up very interesting points. I agree with you, I believe that breastfeeding is important in a child’s life. As long as the mother eats healthy and take care of their body like they should, breast milk is healthier than formula milk because of all of the things added in store-bought milk. Kids these days have many allergies and diseases as an outcome of being formula-fed. Also, I believe that it's good that here in the states they encourage mothers to breast feed.
Patricia
Hi Kayla,
ReplyDeleteI agree that breast feeding is very important. I think that it is great how this topic is so universal. All over the world women breast feed and its a general consensus that it is the most beneficial to the baby. Its vital that first time moms get the education about breast feeding; so they can understand how important it is to their baby's health.
Ta'Shanae Maddox
Dear Kayla,
ReplyDeleteThank you for sharing your positive experience of breast feeding your son. I think that it is critical that we not only advocate the importance and lifelong effects of breast milk, but the positive relationships and bonding that takes place between mother and child (that also last a lifetime).
Hi Kayla
ReplyDeleteThe topic you pick is vital and I always had wanted to know about SIDS. This is also a vital topic to know about because infant cannot talk they relies on adults. I would like to ask you a question have you ever came in contact with a mother who might has experience this in her on personal life?.I know this is not easy to deal with I believe that women should be educated on this an attend a workshops so they can use different strategies to cope with this tragedy. I agree with what you had mention in your paper how it is vital for womens to were told to have therapist and encouraging parents to have tummy time with their children to toughen their muscles to fight SIDS. This something new to me I have not heard of this, but we live to learned something new. We as educators need to make sure we stay current so we can be better to help our families effectively. I have enjoyed your post very informative.
Temika McCann