"I have heard that breastfeeding is a lot better for the baby, but why?"

Breastfeeding has many benefits for your baby. Some of the major advantages are that it is rich in easily digested nutrients and helps protect baby against infections, colds, viruses, and allergies. Baby's diapers don't smell as bad, breastmilk doesn't stain clothing, and baby won't be as gassy. Breastfeeding is also beneficial for the mother. It's clean and simple; there are no bottles to wash and sterilize or formula to mix. You will save a lot of money. It may reduce your chance of osteoporosis (brittle bones) and ovarian cancer. It can help you lose the extra weight faster. Most importantly, it will help make more time for you to be close to your baby.