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Breastfeeding is health! Support in MútuaTerrassa

Next Thursday, May 28, at 6:00 pm in the Teaching building of MútuaTerrassa, a new edition of Dijous de Mutua will take place under the title: "Breastfeeding is health! Support in MútuaTerrassa", which will be given by Mrs. Esther Guerrero, Pediatric Nurse and Member of the Breastfeeding Committee of MútuaTerrassa.

During the conference they will talk about the benefits of breastfeeding, both for the mother and the baby, there are many, not only physical, but also psychological and emotional.


As for the baby, breast milk contains the necessary elements for its proper development. Given its composition, it is digested better than adapted milk and is a preventive factor of different pathologies, such as obesity, among others. Also, breast milk contains antibodies that protect the baby from infections (respiratory infections, diarrhea ...) and increases the immune response to vaccines. It is a preventive element regarding diabetes and reduces the risk of allergies (atopic skin, asthma ...).


As for the mother, breastfeeding decreases the risk of postpartum hemorrhage and promotes the involution of the uterus. It protects against some diseases, since it reduces the risk of breast and ovarian cancer. It facilitates the dissolution of accumulated fats in the abdomen and hips during pregnancy, and thus contributes to the recovery of the usual figure.


The conferences are free and prior registration is not necessary.


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