Breast fed babies are healthier. Study after study shows breast milk contains a mother's antibodies against infections. These are passed along to her child. Studies also show that breast milk protects babies and reduces the incidence of gas, intestinal distress, allergies, and ear and respiratory infections. Best for Baby's Brain and Psychological Well-Being.
Breast milk appears to be a baby's first brain food.
Breast milk contains a long chain of fatty acids with a composition that is very much like brain tissue. Thus, you are laying down the exact matrix in your baby's brain that is needed by human beings. In addition, breast milk is exactly the right food psychologically for an infant. Most mothers who successfully breast feed their babies say the time investment is worth it. The creation of a special sense of closeness with their infant makes it all worthwhile.