Breastfeeding: a good start in life. An information leaflet on breastfeeding your baby.

摘要

More and more mums inudIreland breastfeed their babies.udHaving good information aboutudbreastfeeding can help you andudyour baby get you off to a goodudstart and the right support willudhelp you to keep going.udYour milk is uniquely made forudyour growing baby’s needs.udIt helps protect your baby from infection and other illnesses.udIt is important for your baby’s healthy growth anduddevelopment. As a mum it also reduces your chances ofudgetting some illnesses later in life. The longer you breastfeedudthe greater the health protection for you and your baby.udBreastfeeding is also convenient and cost-free, and mumsudenjoy the feeling of closeness breastfeeding creates.udThis booklet will give you information on what to expect andudsome useful tips to help you, and remember, you are not aloneud– help and support is available.