The first 6 months: What’s in every drop of breast milk
The first 6 months: What’s in every drop of breast milk
You know breast milk benefits your baby, but do you know just how much? Our video reveals the amazing live and bioactive components of breast milk that do him good in all sorts of ways

Discover the truth about the complex health-giving ingredients in every drop of mother’s milk. Find out how it’s live and fights off threats to your baby’s health with white blood cells and helpful bacteria. We’ll show you how breast milk’s ingredients include stem cells, as well as all the proteins, essential fatty acids, hormones, growth factors and enzymes your baby needs. We’ll tell you about the link between breastfeeding and health, and how your breast milk is truly amazing for your baby’s development.
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