Would you like the research and facts on breastfeeding ?

Breastfeeding is everywhere at the moment. It seems to be incredibly trendy to have an opinion. However finding helpful and correct information is what you need, not everyones opinions.

I'm all for breastfeeding and as i've mentioned numerous times over the last few years here on this site, if it works for you and your baby that's awesome but if it doesn't you know what thats ok too.  There are other options and its all about the information you have and the knowledge YOU have to make the decision that fits you and your baby. 

I became a massive fan of the Medela breast pump and range when i was expressing for my babies and over the years i learned of their work and fabulous research. Information i wish i had known at before i had my first baby. 

Last week i had the pleasure once again to attend a morning tea with the lovely people from Medela.  I do like to share their work, its all about spreading the word and getting the correct research and information out to mothers and mothers to be. 

What is Normal?

The Medela Research Group based at the University of WA have done a lot of research into what is "normal" when it comes to breastfeeding and variations are really quite diverse.   Lots of interesting facts including  2/3rds of all babies drink 20% of their milk between 10pm and 4am!  If you'd like to know more about what it normal CLICK HERE.

What is in Breast Milk?

Your breast milk is the only nutrients your baby needs to start its little life.  Your body produces all the right stuff at the right time.  What is the right stuff?

Well the ingredient list for breast milk is really amazing thats it to the right there but you can download a PDF copy by clicking the image below.
 

Importance of Breast Milk in NICU

Babies who are born pre term or just require some Neonatal Intensive Care have higher requirements from their food. Breast Milk is not just food its like a medicine it helps to fight off infections, promotes growth fo organs.  Breastmilk is easily digested and designed perfectly for the preterm or unwell baby.

Breastfeeding your baby and even more so a baby in NICU is such a positive and powerful bonding opportunity. It also has physical effects on the baby such as calming the heart rate, increasing oxygen levels and regulating breathing.

If you'd like to know more on Preterm Breastfeeding CLICK HERE

Medela have a really informative website that is certainly worth having a good look at.  They also specialise in all that mothers need to help them breast feed their baby.  Pumps, shields, bottles and more.

You can view their website here

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Giveaway

With many thanks to Medela i have a $50 gift voucher to give away. 

$50 for one lucky reader to spend at the Medela store

To enter all you need to do is answer the following question in the comments below

What is one piece of valuable advice you would give to a soon to be mum ?

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Winners will be drawn 03/06/15 9.00pm AEST and notified on this post by the 06/06/15. We will contact the winner via email. Winner will have 7days to respond or we will redraw. We will try our best to contact the winner but cannot be responsible should the winner not receive the notification within the time frame.

Prizes are not transferable, changeable or redeemable for cash. Prizes will be sent out by Medela and neither they nor Mums Take Five will be held responsible in the event that they are stolen, lost or damaged in transit.

The prize is ONE Medela $50 gift voucher to spend at the medela website store.

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