It is always fresh and ready for baby. It increases protection against illnesses and against Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) (crib death). Breastfeeding helps a mother return to her pre-pregnant weight. Breastfeeding helps protects the mother against breast cancer. Mothers save time because there is no need to prepare formula and bottles

Breastfeeding is a skill

• Breastfeed as soon as possible after birth.
• Your baby is most awake and ready to learn how to breastfeed during the first 2 hours after birth.
• Get help to breastfeed.

The Windsor-Essex County provides an Infant Nutrition / Breastfeeding class for expectant parents. It covers breastfeeding, formula feeding and baby’s first foods. 

For More information contact the Intake Nurse:

• Local calls: 519-258-2146 ext. 1350
• Long distance calls: 1-800-265-5822 ext. 1350
• E-mail: intake@wechealthunit.org