Most parents know how important breast milk is for babies, but many are unaware of the many benefits that continue far past the first year. From healthier toddlers to higher IQs to increased protection against heart disease and cancer for moms, there are multitudes of reasons to keep on breastfeeding your little one. Here are 50 great reasons to breastfeed your toddler. See the links at the end of the list for studies, references and more information. It's recommended by all major world health experts. The World Health Organization and UNICEF recommend that babies be breastfed for at least two years, among others. Breast milk nourishes toddlers during illness. Not only will it boost your...
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