Part-Time Breastfeeding Is Still A Valid Option
If you planned to breastfeed your child, but wind up having to give formula, you may think you've switched to a formula feeder. But it is not an all-or-nothing choice, and breastfeeding has significant benefits.
One of those, according to another study, is a probable decrease in sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS) risk. Babies who were breastfed for two weeks or longer--even if they also got formula--were not as likely to die of SIDS than infants that only got formulation. The study was observational, and we can not make sure that the researchers ruled out all confounding factors. However, the results suggest that breastfeeding could be protective.
So, what does partial breastfeeding look like? As an instance, a formula can be packed by you in the daycare tote of your kid, but feed them directly. Or if they are getting the formula of the moment, there IS nothing wrong with a few nursing at bedtime. (If you only breastfeed infrequently, your body may stop making milk, so bear that in mind while you're deciding what to do.)
Evidently, if you're altering what your child eats due to the information you have from a physician or other health professional, you can discuss your options with them. But I've known so many people who think they "have to" wean entirely whenever there isn't any actual reason to do so. That is usually an alternative if you prefer to keep breastfeeding some of the time.
