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Breastmilk is Your Baby’s
Perfect Food
Doctors say it is best to feed your baby only breastmilk until he is around 6 months old.
Breastmilk has all the nutrients your baby needs to be healthy.
Breastfed babies get sick less often. They have fewer ear infections and colds.
Breastmilk is easier to digest. Breastfed babies have less diarrhea, constipation, and stomach trouble.
Children who were breastfed as babies are less likely to have diabetes, allergies, and some cancers.
Children who were breastfed as babies are less likely to be overweight.
Breastmilk helps your baby’s brain grow and may help her do better in school.
After 6 months, you can continue to breastfeed your baby for as long as you like while introducing other foods.
Breastfeeding is Good for Mothers and Families
Breastfeeding creates a special bond between mother and baby.
Moms who breastfeed have lower risks for breast and ovarian cancer later in life.
Breastfeeding may help moms get back in shape more quickly. Breastfeeding burns 500 calories a day!
Breastfeeding makes many moms feel proud because it’s something only moms can give.
Breastfeeding saves families considerable money in formula and health care costs.
With breastfeeding, there’s nothing to carry, measure, or heat. It makes nighttime feedings and traveling with your baby much easier.
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Vision & Mission
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For Families
Benefits of Breastfeeding
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Prenatal Classes
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Outpatient Services
Postpartum Support Groups/Classes
Medications & Breastfeeding
Postpartum Depression
Pumping & Storing Breastmilk
Health Insurance Resources
Frequently Asked Questions
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General Questions
Questions About Mother
Questions About Baby
Employers
The Business Case for Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding-Friendly Workplace Award
Healthcare Providers
Physicians' Committee for Breastfeeding in Rhode Island
Criteria for Breastfeeding Referral
Health Insurance Resources
Medications & Breastfeeding
Clinical & Continuing Education Links
Breastfeeding Advocacy
Breastfeeding Laws
Join Us
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RIBC Calendar
Lactation Providers