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Just because it's natural

Doesn't mean it comes naturally

You're One Powerful
Mother Suckler

Breastfeeding isn't for everyone (and that's A-OK!) But for those who decide to give it a go, there are some remarkable benefits for you and your baby. From vital nutrients and immune-boosting magic, breastfeeding offers many advantages that extend far beyond the baby's first feed.

820,000

lives of children under five years old could be saved globally every year by scaling breastfeeding to near-universal levels.

For babies and children, breastfeeding has also been shown to:

Reduce sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) risk: SIDS is scary, but breastfeeding can reduce the likelihood SIDS in infants.

Reduce asthma risk: Breathe easy. Infants who are breastfed may experience lower rates of asthma and childhood wheeze.

Reduce respiratory & gastrointestinal infection risk: Breastfeeding helps prevent illnesses like pneumonia or diarrhoea.

Reduced risk of type 1 & type 2 diabetes: breastfeeding can help prevent diabetes and lower serum insulin level later in life.

Reduced risk of acute ear infections: 100% lower risk in exclusively breastfed infants than formula fed during the first 6 months

Reduced risk of obesity: Extended breastfeeding is linked with a reduction in weigh problems later in childhood.

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And it can be a life-saving experience for mums

As a new mum, there are so many ways to prioritize your health and ensure a healthy future, including maintaining a balanced diet, staying active, and managing stress. However, if you choose to breastfeed, then you're also giving yourself an incredible natural advantage.

20,000

women could be saved from breast cancer deaths each year by scaling up breastfeeding to a near-universal level.

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