World Breastfeeding Week
Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7, 2009 worldwide. Governor
Doyle has proclaimed August as "Breastfeeding Promotion Month"
in Wisconsin.
Having a plan of support in place before an emergency occurs is essential.
Emergencies can happen at any time – from a house fire, to a natural
disaster, to losing a job. Breastfeeding is a safety net when a disaster
strikes. It is lifesaving for babies in a crisis situation.
Breastfeeding saves lives!
Infants are at greatest risk in an emergency.
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Clean water may not be available to prepare formula
and to clean bottles. Breastmilk is always clean and safe.
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In a flu outbreak or risk of the spread of disease,
breastmilk contains antibodies that fight infection.
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With breastfeeding, babies always have food that is
warm, ready, and available at any time.
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When money is tight, breastmilk is free – saving
$1,800 per year or more by not buying formula, and reducing health
care costs because baby is healthier.
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During a stressful time, breastfeeding relaxes mothers
and calms infants.
For more information and help with breastfeeding, contact
a local
WIC clinic near you.
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Last Revised: August 06, 2009
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