Breastfed babies have lower rates of hospital admissions, ear infections, diarhea, allergies and other medical problems than bottle-fed babies.
Human milk contains just right the amount of fatty acids, lactose, water and amino acids for human digestion, brain development and growth.
A brestfed baby's digestive tract contains large amounts Lactobacillus bifidus, beneficial bacteria that prevent the growth of harmful organisma.
Human milk straight from the breast is always sterile, never contaminated by polluted water or dirty bottles, which can also lead to diarrhea in the infant.
Sucking at the breast promotes good jaw development as well. It's harder work to get milk out of a breast than a bottle, and the exercise strengthens the jaws and encourage the growth of straight, healthy teeth.
Nursing may have psychological benefits for the infant as well, creating an early emotional attachment between mother and child.
