Why it Matters?
According to the CDC, infants who are breastfed have reduced risks of:
- Asthma.
- Obesity.
- Type 1 diabetes.
- Severe lower respiratory disease.
- Acute otitis media (ear infections).
- Sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS).
- Gastrointestinal infections (diarrhea/vomiting).
- Necrotizing enterocolitis (NEC) for preterm infants
Breastfeeding can help lower a mother’s risk of:
- High blood pressure.
- Type 2 diabetes.
- Ovarian cancer.
- Breast cancer.
Resources
Proper Storage and Preparation
How to Keep Your Breast Pump Clean
How to Clean, Sanitize, and Store Infant Feeding Items
Michigan Breastfeeding Network