Most of us are told to achieve optimal growth, infants should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months of life. What we are not told and realize, is that there are benefits to nursing a child beyond six months.
The World Health Organization (WHO)actually recommends nursing for a minimum of two years...two years!
I have such a pre-programed view installed in me through our western culture on what breastfeeding means. Exploring the topic of breastfeeding myself, is helping me choose what is REALLY best...They say 'Breast is best' but how much breast is the best?
Even after 12 months, babies continue to benefit from human milk. At one year of age, a baby's immune system is functioning at only 60 percent of adult level...
Many people are uncomfortable seeing mothers breastfeeding children because they regard breasts as sexual objects, no thanks to the media.
Oral development. Breastfeeding provides a natural outlet for non-nutritive sucking that promotes proper oral development, which has been found to improve speech.
I'm sure there are some of you thinking "If a child can ask to nurse, there's something wrong with doing so." Even though, it's appropriate Giving children bottles, which were designed to imitate the breast... ...
Children all outgrow the need to breastfeed. ~ Be clear about what you want and what works for your family. Remember this is your child and your decision.
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