The Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding
Breastfeeding into toddlerhood continues to provide valuable nutrition and emotional comfort. Your milk adjusts to your growing child’s needs, offering targeted support for immunity and brain development.
Extended breastfeeding is a personal choice and comes with unique joys. It also fosters resilience, as toddlers benefit from the security of nursing during stressful transitions.
Tips for You This Week
- Embrace the bond that extended breastfeeding creates.
- Educate loved ones on the science-backed benefits of nursing beyond one year.
- Trust that your journey is uniquely yours and deeply valuable.
Fun Fact:
While formula can mimic the basic macronutrients of human milk, it lacks the dynamic immune properties that change with the baby’s age, health, and needs.
