Health Benefits for the Breastfeeding Woman Reduced incidence of premenopausal breast cancer and ovarian cancer. The more months of breastfeeding in a woman's life, the greater the protection. Reduced incidence of urinary tract infections while breastfeeding. Reduced risk of postpartum bleeding. If you choose breastfeeding, we encourage you to take advantage of the many breastfeeding classes offered by Legacy Lactation Services.
Parents often have many questions and concerns about the ability to breastfeed their baby.
It is important to know that your breasts are perfectly prepared to make milk as a result of the changes that occur during pregnancy. Babies born at term have practiced sucking on their fingers and fists and have swallowed amniotic fluid before they are born. Still, in the beginning both mother and baby will work together to learn how to breastfeed. Our nursing staff and trained Lactation Specialists are available to help you. For some babies, it is easy.