Communication with a baby is elementary, but it is possible to know if she is hungry, dirty, tired, bored, afraid, or lonely. Respect baby s attempts at communication and keep trying to understand her needs. If possible, breastfeed baby. If possible, breastfeed your baby. Breast milk is far superior to formula and nature s perfect food for baby.
Breastfed babies get sick less, cutting down on trips to the doctor.
Not only is nursing a wonderful experience for baby, but for mother as well. Nursing helps mom s uterus return quickly to pre-pregnancy size, helps mom lose weight faster, and some research even indicates nursing protects mom from some types of cancer. It is unfortunate that much folk wisdom surrounding breastfeeding has been lost in our culture, but nursing is making a strong comeback, even in the medical field. Step Number Eight Continue to work towards your dreams. Do not suspend progress toward your dreams because you have a new baby.