Benefits And Challenges Of Breastfeeding

Breastfeeding lowers your baby’s risk of having asthma or allergies. Plus, babies who are breastfed exclusively for the first 6 months, without any formula, have fewer ear infections, respiratory illnesses, and bouts of diarrhea. They also have fewer hospitalizations and trips to the doctor.

Breastfeeding Disadvantage #1: Discomfort and Pain. Pain during breastfeeding is not uncommon, especially during the first two weeks. Sore nipples are definitely a disadvantage of nursing! In addition to the initial soreness of breastfeeding, some mothers also struggle with painful mastitis or thrush.

• Breastfeeding is an activity that requires lots of energy. • Another disadvantage of breastfeeding is that mothers are unable to determine the exact measurement of milk that their babies consumed.