You often hear about the benefits of breastfeeding for the baby, but there are also many benefits for the mother:
- reduction in postpartum bleeding
- earlier return to pre-pregnancy weight
- reduced risk of pre-menopausal breast cancer
- reduced risk of ovarian cancer
- reduced risk of osteoporosis
- can lower stress levels
- saves money
References:
Breastfeeding Committee for Canada
Le Leche League