The antibodies in breastmilk provide vital immunities to help protect your baby. Breastfed babies have stronger and straighter teeth. Breastfed babies are easily comforted at the breast when sick or hurt. Breastfed babies are not likely to be overweight. Studies have found that breastfed babies have higher IQs than formula-fed babies.
Breastfed babies have better antibody response to vaccines than formula-fed.
Breastmilk is always available and at the right temperature. Nighttime feedings are easier when breastfeeding. It is more economical to breastfeed. When you breastfeed, your body gets back into its pre-pregnancy state faster. Breastfeeding will help you lose the weight you put on in pregnancy.