Breastfeeding
One of the public health measures that impact children’s development all over this world is breastfeeding. I chose breastfeeding because I can relate to this topic in many ways. I believe breastfeeding is the best way to ensure that children are getting the proper nourishment to grow healthy. The mother must eat properly as well too, in order that her child is given the nourishment needed to grow.
I breastfeed my youngest child, Diamond for a little while after giving birth to her. It was a great experience for me because the bond between her and I is like a stamp on an envelope. I really believe that when a child is breastfed, it brings you and your child close in every way. I also like the fact that when a mother breastfeed, it decreases the chances for you and your child sickness. Then too, on the other hand, it helps you to save money because formula and feeding supplies are very expensive.
In other countries throughout the Nation, breastfeeding rates are extremely low, especially among low-income Mexican Americans. There are several reasons why Mexican Americans don’t breastfeed. They believe that it is painful, no supportive environment, embarrass to nurse in the public. They have concerns about it is restrictive and inconvenient and the need to return to work or school is something that requires them to take care of their family. Mexican women said that breastfeeding makes their nibbles soar so that is why they chose to feed their babies formula.
Mexican and I share a lot in common when it came to breastfeeding. I wanted my child to be healthy so that is why I choose to breastfeed. Like the Mexican mention, breastfeeding was not easy. It hurt my nipples too. Then on top of that, I took a leave from work to have my baby. I breastfeed during that time but after my six weeks was up, I had to return to work so that I could provide a living for my children.
American Academy of Pediatrics. Breastfeeding and the use of human milk (RE9729).
Pediatrics. 1997;100(6):1035–1039. [PubMed]
J Perinat Educ. 2004 Summer; 13(3): 39–50. doi: 10.1624/105812404X1761
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1595211/
American Academy of Pediatrics. Breastfeeding and the use of human milk (RE9729).
Pediatrics. 1997;100(6):1035–1039. [PubMed]
J Perinat Educ. 2004 Summer; 13(3): 39–50. doi: 10.1624/105812404X1761
http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1595211/
Hi Yolandia,
ReplyDeleteYou have so many important facts about breastfeeding, although, I am not a mother yet, but after really researching and learning about the positive facts about breastfeeding really makes me think about doing it. I really believe this is true that children bond with their mothers when they breastfeed. It is also as you stated less expensive than buying formulas. Although there are negative things about breastfeeding I really believe that breastfeeding is very beneficial to the child. I enjoyed reading your post.
Good for you Yolandia! The first milk or colostrum is the best thing for your baby. Six weeks of breastfeeding gave your child a great start. It can be very difficult and painful until you learn how much of the nipple actually goes into the mouth and the proper care of the breasts. I learned after I thought that my cracked nipple would fall off (ouch)!
ReplyDeleteHello, Yolandia
ReplyDeleteI feel the opposite towards breastfeeding. I didn’t breastfeed my daughter I used formula and feeding supplies to feed my daughter because I couldn’t stand the pain of my daughter drinking milk from my breast and just the thought of breastfeeding gave me pain. I know some mothers who say that they like breastfeeding their baby because they don’t have to worry about buying formula and they save on money.
Jannell
Hi Yolandia,
ReplyDeleteI really enjoyed reading your post. As I was telling Constance that breastfeeding is very important and nutritional for the infant. I wished I could have breast fed with my two but due to uncontrolable circumstances I could not. Great Post.
Erica Hines