Important note

The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first 6 months of life as the best option for babies. At Nutrino, we believe that breastfeeding is the best gift you can give to your baby. Breast milk not only provides all the nutrients that the baby needs during the first 6 months, but also protects from infections, allergies and strengthens its immunity. Additionally, breastfeeding creates a special, unbreakable bond between mother and child that lasts a lifetime.

As your baby grows, the WHO recommends introducing safe and nutritionally appropriate complementary foods starting at six months, while continuing breastfeeding up to two years of age or beyond. If you are using milk formulas, it is important to consult your pediatrician to make the best decision for your baby. The introduction of solid foods should be gradual, tailored to your child’s needs, and always under the guidance of a pediatrician.

Breastfeeding and the Power of Mother’s Milk

Counting down the days to your due date is exciting, but it can also be stressful. You will finally meet the little person who has been growing inside you all these months!

As a new parent, you will instinctively do everything you can to protect your baby. Undoubtedly, breastfeeding is one of the best things you can do for your little one’s health.

All the nutrients in breast milk that your baby needs in the first few months of life provide natural immune system protection.

When is it necessary to introduce solid foods for babies?

You may have already heard about some of the benefits of breastfeeding — for example, your baby is less likely to suffer from diarrhea, ear infections, and respiratory issues, and exclusive breastfeeding provides emotional stability for your baby and leaves a positive impact in later stages of life.

The list of health benefits you can provide for your child doesn’t end here. Here are some ways in which your milk can help protect your baby from illness:

  • HMOs (human milk oligosaccharides) and their purpose are among the latest scientific discoveries in infant nutrition. Until recently, scientists knew that these bioactive compounds were unique to breast milk but did not fully understand their function. They act as natural protectors for your delicate baby, helping to strengthen the immune system from the very beginning. So, from the very first drop of colostrum, your milk will protect your baby.
  • Antibodies in breast milk will help your baby fight off various types of infections.
  • Probiotics are “friendly” bacteria naturally found in breast milk that help your baby’s digestion by balancing the bacteria in their gut. Like HMOs, they can also support your baby’s immune system.
  • Bioactive proteins (some of which are called immunoglobulins) enhance your baby’s immune function and support the development and proper functioning of the intestines.

Scientists have also discovered that the health benefits of breastfeeding extend beyond infancy.

Adults who were breastfed as babies are less likely to develop health conditions including obesity, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure.

It’s incredible to know that, as a mother, you have the power to influence your child’s health not only today but throughout their entire life.