I Breastfeed Because…

Did you know it's Breastfeeding week? There are so many reasons why women breastfeed. Some breastfeed because it's a way for them to bond with their babies and some do it because of all the benefits breast milk can provide such as stronger immune system, fewer allergies and so much more.

When Emma was born I knew I wanted to breastfeed. Aside for bonding reason, I wanted to give her the best nutrients and vitamins that formula cannot give. I also did not want to have the same regret for giving up breastfeeding too soon when Olivia was born.

Every mother has their own reason why they breastfeed. Ameda has launched “I Breastfeed Because…” campaign to give women a voice to share why they made the decision to breastfeed their baby. Mothers who are currently breastfeeding, or have in the past, are encouraged to log onto www.ibreastfeedbecause.com to upload 20-second videos that share the reasons why they chose to breastfeed.

For each video uploaded, tweet or video comment, Ameda will make a charitable donation to the Human Milk Banking Association of North America, a non-profit association of donor human milk banks established in 1985 to set standards for and to facilitate establishment and operation of milk banks in America. All those who participate are also automatically entered to win a grand prize of a $2,500 nursery makeover or one of 25 secondary prizes, $50 American Express gift cards. While World Breastfeeding Week is Aug 1-7, this campaign will run through September.

What about you? What's your reason for breastfeeding? Don't forget you can upload a video and share your reason for a chance to win a nursery makeover and at the same time helping a great cost!