Its the dual way bnefitting process the child immunity and mother gets the relax from breast cancer as well it brongs ur child more close to u in life. It becomes a association later. So keep on feeding as long as possible. Have a nice life.

Answered by navneet , an ibibo Citizen, at 5:20 PM on March 08, 2008

Yes breast feeding is good way to reduce and control weight. And you are also at low risk of developing breast cancer.

Answered by Meera , an ibibo Master, at 11:28 PM on March 07, 2008

With few exceptions, human breast milk is the best source of nourishment for human infants. You can go on breastfeeding for as long as you both wish to. Most mothers don't go beyond 3 years of age.

Answered by Sudha , an ibibo Specialist, at 11:00 PM on March 07, 2008

yes your child will benefit from breast feeding though there is no limit to time but generally 2 years shold be sufficient

Answered by rajesh goyl , an ibibo Advisor, at 6:31 PM on March 07, 2008

Women who don't have health problems should try to give their babies breast milk for at least the first six months of life. Breast feeding offers many benefits to the baby. Breast milk contains the right balance of nutrients to help your infant grow into a strong and healthy toddler. Some of the nutrients in breast milk also help protect your infant against some common childhood illnesses and infections. It may also help your health. Certain types of cancer may occur less often in mothers who have breastfed their babies.

There are some cases when it's better not to breast feed. If you have HIV or active tuberculosis, you should not breast feed because you could give the infection to your baby. Certain medicines, illegal drugs, and alcohol can also pass through the breast milk and cause harm to your baby.

Breastfeeding has all the nutrients your baby needs to thrive for the first six months of life, and alongside other foods after this time, it's an important and healthy part of the diet.

Research shows that breast milk has antibodies which protect against infection -- including gastroenteritis, respiratory illness, urinary infections, and ear infections. In addition, it reduces the risk of childhood diabetes and leukemia, and of allergic conditions, such as asthma and eczema. In addition to anti-infective properties that are always there, the breastfeeding mother makes specific antibodies as soon as she comes into contact with an infection. These antibodies transfer to her milk, ready for the baby to receive as soon as he next comes to the breast.

Breastfeeding is the healthiest choice for mothers, too. There is a reduced risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and fractures from osteoporosis.

We know that breast milk has vital long-chain polyunsaturated fatty acids which are essential in brain development. It used to be thought that breastfeeding your baby would make him more intelligent. On average, breastfed babies are more intelligent, but recent research has shown that this is more likely to be the result of social and genetic factors.

Answered by Rekha , an ibibo Advisor, at 6:18 PM on March 07, 2008

Breast feeding is beneficial to both the mother and the infant.As you have specifically asked about the benefits for yourself they are,
1.It helps in the shaping up and maturity of breasts which become more attractive with breast feeding.It is a very wrong conception that says that breast feeding decreases the breast's attraction and loosens them.
2.It helps in relative delay(not absolute) in conception.
3.It brings the natural closeness of your infant with you or it increases the maternal-infant bonding.
4.It gives you a feeling of achievement ,fulfillment and completeness.This is an ETERNAL HAPPINESS.

Answered by Dr.Anil , an ibibo Advisor, at 5:59 PM on March 07, 2008

Breast feeding is must.since its your baby your mind will know in what are its requirements it will automatically regulates its composition accordingly after giving birth to your baby your body will produce milk which is BEST which is meant ONLY for your child.If your baby's weight is normal then you need to feed him for at least 7 months if he is under weight you need to feed him 8-9 months .It will have all the necessary proteins required for proper growth of baby and it 10000000% healthy it doesn't have any harmful milk protein in it so it cannot cause allergies to your child . If you feed him he is going to get strong digestive system , lungs and more over immunity.

Hope my answer will help you .

Answered by Sivaram , an ibibo Advisor, at 4:27 PM on March 07, 2008

Definitely mother's milk is the best for the baby. You can feed him up to one year of his age. The minimum is six months

Answered by Vidya Anand , an ibibo Advisor, at 4:22 PM on March 07, 2008