Essay on Importance of Breastfeeding

with a dilemma on whether they should breastfeed their baby with their own supplemental milk or use an alternative such as baby formula. Although, breast milk and baby formula are a good source of adequate nutrition, each has its pros and cons. Breastfeeding may not be for everyone, therefore some complications that can arises for a first time mother. There are alternatives forms in feeding a baby. Infant formula is a commercially prepared substance that is used to substitute breast milk.…

Welcoming a new baby into the word is an exciting event for any member of any society. A baby brings hope and promise to societies as well as a sense of purity. For this reason it is apparent that the Huron’s appreciated and honoured babies in the same light as modern day Ontarians do. Babies were an important aspect of Huron societies; they were well liked and often times they were taken care of by everyone within the Huron village. Women would play the largest role in the upbringing of…

Are We Still So Squeamish About Breastfeeding” by Kelly Wallace speaks on how we constantly hear about stories of women being asked to cover up or even asked to leave certain public places such as restaurants, stores, etc. when they happen to be breastfeeding their child. She goes on to mention a particular incident that occurred that got national attention. A mother in Beverly Hills was escorted to the bathroom at an Anthropologie store when she was breastfeeding her six week old child. The…

The painting I chose to do an analysis on is “Kneeling Mother with a Child at Her Breast”. In the painting I see a African women with dark skin kneeling down on both knees holding her baby in her left arm with one hand behind head and the other on the buttocks. She is kneeling on a round grey mat while the baby is sucking on her nipple. She is also starring in her baby’s eyes with somewhat of a grin on her face. Both her and her baby are butt naked in this painting. The baby has his/her eyes…

Wilhelmina, named after my great grandma, is born at a healthy weight and size. I breast feed her and supplement it with formula. She is growing ahead of the curve, but I let her eat until she is full each time, allowing her natural appetite to guide her feedings. At 9 months, Wilhelmina has an obvious attachment to me. According to Attachment Theory, Wilhelmina is in Phase 3 (Secure base behavior) of establishing attachment. At 6 to 24 months, she is starting to show her true attachment by…

6 Ways to Support a Breastfeeding Mother It isn’t as easy to breastfeed as it seems. Many times, a mother who wants to breastfeed and even has a good supply of milk is unable to successfully breastfeed her baby due to lack of support. Apart from a good milk supply and latching, the single most important thing that a breastfeeding mother needs is support from her family. A woman’s life completely changes once her baby arrives. She is emotionally and physically weak and is still healing. She now…

Pregnancy is the most important and beautiful period of every women's life. It's time to have a good thought, rest and plan for a better future to give it your soon-to-be-born child. During pre-pregnancy or pregnany, taking extra care and getting extra affection is the most beautiful thing to happen. It is always advised to read some good books that will keep you hooked and remain stress free. There are many books available written to be read during pregnancy. Whether you love reading fiction or…

One of the concerns women have when expressing milk is that it takes a long time and they have to stop everything else they are doing. The Simple Wishes Hands-free Breast pump Bra XS/S/M is a great solution because it allows you to pump milk when you are taking part in other tasks around the house. It is a comfortable pump and comes in a stylish bra with adjustable bands that are custom fit to make sure you are comfortable throughout your nursing period. One of the advantages of this product is…

How to tie a baby wrap Parents love the convenience of the baby sling. Wearing a sling frees up your hands to do various tasks in and out of the home. Babywearing also makes your baby happier and promotes proper leg and hip positioning. But how do you use a baby sling? For some, using a baby sling is very confusing especially for those who are new to baby wearing. Carrying a baby is a natural way to care for your little one. When using a baby wrap, always see to it that the sling is wrapped…

Exercises You Can Do While Pregnant Being pregnant is one of the most amazing and wonderful experiences in the world! However, there is a lot of care and precaution that an expecting mother needs to take of when she is carrying a child.Taking good care of her health which indirectly would lead to great benefits for the kid is very vital. There are certain exercises which if done properly and from time to time can help with having a very smooth and easy delivery. There are many more benefits…