BREASTFEEDING

The March of Dimes, an organization dedicated to reducing birth defects, provides up-to-date information regarding food-related concerns and pregnancy.

Go to the website of the March of Dimes at: http://www.modimes.org

Click on “Pregnancy and Newborn”

Scroll down and click on Breastfeeding

Scroll down again and on the right side of the page click on The Facts

Breastfeeding

Read the article concerning breastfeeding and answer the following questions in sentence format. Please expand on each question. Extremely short answers will not be accepted.

1. What are the benefits of breastfeeding for the baby? The mother?
2. How do breast milk and formula differ?
3. How long should a woman breastfeed?
4. Do premature babies benefit from breastfeeding?
5. Can a woman continue to breastfeed after returning to work?
6. List at least three sources of information and assistance with breastfeeding.