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Studies show that breastfeeding helps to reduce the risk of sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) as well.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">What\u2019s even more amazing is that human milk composition adapts accordingly to your baby\u2019s age and changing needs. Colostrum \u2013 the thick, yellow fluid you produce in the first few days after giving birth \u2013 is particularly rich in these ingredients.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">As compared to formula-fed infants, those who are breastfed tend to have a much healthier digestive system. Why? Breast milk comprises components such as protein, lactose and fat that are more easily digested, which prevents them from developing constipation or diarrhoea. You may also notice a lack of bowel movement, but that\u2019s perfectly normal as breastfed babies produce fewer waste since they are able to digest breast milk easily. This means they\u2019re less likely to experience a nappy rash, which can be triggered by exposure to urine and stool.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">Fun fact: Breastfed baby poop smells sweeter and a lot more pleasant than the stool of formula-fed babies, which has a slightly more pungent scent. Diaper duties don’t seem so bad after all!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\"><strong>What are the benefits for nursing mums?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">It\u2019s no secret that breastfeeding aids in postpartum recovery. When you\u2019re feeding, it triggers your body to release a feel-good hormone called oxytocin, which helps your uterus to shrink back to its normal size and reduce blood loss after childbirth. Breastfeeding also burns a good deal of calories (about 500 to 700 extra per day) to fuel milk production, helping you to shed some of those extra kilos and return to your pre-pregnancy shape much faster.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">That\u2019s not all; there\u2019s also evidence that regular breastfeeding decreases the risk of breast cancer, heart disease and high blood pressure amongst other illnesses. Health benefits aside, it\u2019s proven to have an immense psychological impact on a mother\u2019s mental wellbeing as well. Not only does it help to reduce hormonal stress levels, one <u><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pubmed\/22978082\">study<\/a><\/u> has also found that women who breastfeed are less likely to develop postpartum depression \u2013 and this makes it easier for a mother to bond with her newborn. Breastfeeding can be an incredibly healing and uplifting experience, and this emotional connection grows deeper even as the baby approaches the <u><a href=\"https:\/\/pigeon.com.sg\/product_uri\/weaning\/\">weaning<\/a><\/u> stage.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">It\u2019s recommended that mothers breastfeed their baby for at least six months, and continue till the infant is two years old. By the time they reach a toddler\u2019s age, they should be consuming more calories from appropriate solid foods \u2013 although milk should still take up a bulk of their diet.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">However, we are aware that breastfeeding doesn\u2019t come naturally for everyone. Between the lack of sleep and round-the-clock feedings, life as a new nursing mum definitely comes with its own set of challenges. For those who aren\u2019t able to produce sufficient milk, you may want to supplement breastfeeding sessions with <a href=\"https:\/\/shop.pigeon.com.sg\/collections\/softouch-wide-neck-bottle\"><u>bottle feedings<\/u><\/a> so you can take a break from nursing. If it starts to get too overwhelming, speaking to a lactation expert or an experienced breastfeeding mother can be helpful too.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: 14pt;\">At the end of the day, it\u2019s important to understand that whether you breastfeed or not doesn\u2019t make you any less of a mother. 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