Feeding Your Baby Pregnancy is a good time to start thinking about how you will feed your baby. It changes as your baby grows. Breast milk helps protect your baby from illness and infections. Breastfeeding may help prevent food allergies. Breastfeeding is less costly and more convenient than formula.
Breast milk is always ready and at the right temperature.
Almost all women can breastfeed. Support from family and friends will help make breastfeeding successful. If you choose not to breastfeed at some point, commercial iron-fortified infant formula is recommended. Taking Care of Yourself After Baby Comes Continuing to eat according to Canada's Food Guide to Healthy Eating provides you with the energy you need to recover and take care of your baby. Good nutrition and regular activity will help you gradually return to a healthy weight after delivery.