Announcement
World Breastfeeding Month
August 1, 2007

Babies Were Born to be Breastfeed.

Breastmilk is the perfect food to promote a healthy weight for an infant as he/she grows, as well as helping the mother to return to her pre-pregnancy weight. Because breastfeeding sends some of the mother's immune system (her antibodies), it builds the baby’s immune system to fight off infection.  Breastfeeding is also a wonderful way to spend time together, building the bond between mom and baby.

A Few Important Facts:   Breastfeeding...

• Helps protect babies against ear infections, respiratory problems, digestive disorders, diabetes, childhood cancer, and SIDS.
• Reduces mom’s risk for breast, ovarian, and cervical cancers, and osteoporosis.
• Saves $1,500-2,500/year by not buying formula and money spent on doctor’s visits.

To learn more...

• About Breastfeeding
• Stop by the Franklin County WIC Program's Breastfeeding Booth at the Farmers Market at Columbus Public Health on August 2, 9, and 16 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. 
• Visit Community Health Resource Center at Columbus Public Health for information and other materials available for loan.

Helpful Links

• La Leche League
• Promotion of Mother’s Milk
• American Academy of Pediatrics
• Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
• WIC - Women, Infants and Children Supplemental Feeding Program