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What are the benefits of breastfeeding?
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Breastfeeding provides numerous benefits to both babies and mothers. For babies, breast milk provides essential nutrients that are not found in formula, helping to protect against a variety of health problems including allergies, obesity, and other chronic diseases. Additionally, breastfeeding offers many psychological and emotional benefits such as strengthening the baby/mother bond and helping the baby relax. Mothers benefit from reduced risk of type 2 diabetes, breast cancer, and ovarian cancer as well as a healthier weight. Additionally, breastfeeding provides an excellent opportunity for skin-to-skin contact with the baby, which can help establish secure attachment between mother and child.