Baby food

Breastfed babies linked to Higher IQ Before the introduction of formula back in the mid-19th century no mother had the choice of deciding between breastfeeding and formula and no infant had control – or ever will – over what they are being fed. In some cases, breast milk was not an option and the other way around. In today’s age, there is no formula that can duplicate the golden standard breast milk has set. To the population who was breastfed, the odds are in your favor! Numerous studies have…

women should have the right to choose what is right for them, their family, and their lifestyle when it comes to breastfeeding or bottle feeding. I believe that this is a very personal decision that has no “right” or “wrong” answer. As long as your baby is gaining weight, healthy, and happy, I think that whatever you are doing is perfectly acceptable. First, I will begin with what I classify as the advantages of breastfeeding. The first advantage is that breastfeeding is easy and convenient…

giving baby Claire solid food in her bottle, switching to cow’s milk and giving her baby food from the jar all at the age of three months especially when the baby has only been breast fed up until this point. The baby isn’t ready for this change and these dietary changes could be fatal. Moms may see putting rice cereal in a baby’s bottle as a way to catch a few more hours of sleep with their babies feeling fuller for a longer period of time, no harm done but that is far from healthy for the baby…

public is one of society’s biggest controversial issues. Breastfeeding is convenient because you (as the mother) already have the natural materials to feed. The baby will decide when it’s time to eat, so feeding in public isn’t really a choice the mother has but it’s a choice the baby makes. Breastfeeding is healthier because sometimes babies will have an allergic reaction to the cow’s protein in the formula, causing discomforting symptoms. Breastfeeding in public isn’t a choice it’s a…

Americans who range between the age of 50 to 69 are considered from the baby boomer 's generation. "Born between the year of 1946 and 1964, 'baby boomers ' represent the largest 20- year age cohort in US history and still account for over 30 percent of the adult population (Deli, 2014). Now this generation has developed into middle age adults that are generally busy with their work schedules and children. As they age, it is critical for them to live a healthy life and take care of their bodies…

looks from relatives and friends, some moms just need gentle reassuring that no one has all the answers no matter how many baby books they’ve read. Welcome to mommy guilt. No matter what you decide for your child, other people will surely have an opinion, and many will be all too happy to share it with you. Only one…

parenthood! This is going to be some of the most awesome experiences of your whole life. These moments are going to be filled with love, cuddles, cuteness, puke, poop, ups, and downs. One of the most important things to remember is to provide your baby with lots of love and good nutrition. Nutrition is vitally important to your child's development. Poor nourishment can effect her overall health including her growth and cognitive abilities. I would personally recommend breast feeding which has…

after they give birth to their baby is which one they are going to do. However, both are great, they are different. Their differences can affect the mother’s decision on what she chooses to do. Breast feeding babies has many health advantages to the baby, but also to the mother compared to bottle feeding babies. Breastfed milk is custom made so therefore, it is cleaner and more pure. It also contains less sodium, which helps the baby kidneys to handle it better. Babies have very sensitive…

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 has the responsibility of a baby and the entire focus shifts on to the baby. A mother needs unconditional support from her family and…

women who are breastfeeding their babies is so incredible that beautiful and lively paintings and pictures have been created from that source of inspiration. Unfortunately, that image has faded in women’s mind nowadays. In fact, only 15% of American women breast-feed their babies for a year, and that percentage is the lowest rate in the world (Springen 71). Why? Is breastfeeding extremely inconvenient? Is breast milk unhealthy nutrition for precious babies? Does breastfeeding badly affect…