About Breastfeeding

Give your baby the best start possible—breastfeed.

Breastmilk is the perfect food for your child and has many special qualities that cannot be reproduced in formula. Your breastmilk changes to meet the needs of your growing child. Breastmilk is the only food your baby needs during her first six months of life.

Breastfeeding also helps build a special bond between you and your baby, and helps your body return to its pre-pregnancy weight.

Breastfeeding is not always easy. If you need more information than what is offered in this section, call the Family Health Hotline at 1-800-322-2588. We can help you find breastfeeding support and a lactation consultant.