Breastfeeding offers a number of health benefits to mam, baby and family.

Breastmilk is good for babies as it:

·       Helps build up healthy tummies (protects against Gastroenteritis)

·       Protects against respiratory and ear infections

·       Babies are less likely to develop diabetes, eczema and asthma

·       Babies are more likely to remain a healthy weight

Mams who breastfeed:

·       Less likely to develop diabetes

·       Less prone to bone weakness such as osteoporosis

·       Reduced risk of breast and ovarian cancer

·       Breastfeeding burns approximately 500 calories per day

·       For families it can have a huge financial benefit as they do not need to purchase sterilising and feeding equipment or infant formula.