Breastfeeding has an impact on both the short and long term health of mothers and babies.
• Not breastfeeding can increase the child’s risk of illnesses, infections, SIDS, obesity and diabetes.
• Not breastfeeding can increase the mother’s risk of breast cancer, ovarian cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease and postpartum depression.
International Board Certified Lactation Consultants have an impact on the future by helping mothers and babies avoid the risks of not breastfeeding.