Evans Hospital lactation team promotes breastfeeding, seeks Baby Friendly Hospital designation

Army - August is National Breastfeeding Awareness month. The health benefits of breastfeeding are well recognized and apply to mothers and children in developed nations including the United States, as well as those in developing countries. Breast milk is uniquely suited to the human infant's nutritional needs and is a live substance with unparalleled immunological and anti-inflammatory properties that protect against a host of illnesses and diseases for both mothers and children. For example, breast milk helps keep babies healthy by protecting against allergies, ear infections, obesity, diabetes and cancer. It is easily digested so babies have less constipation, diarrhea or upset stomachs. Breastfed babies also have