Formula feeding does not provide more nutrients than breast milk. Breast milk has just the right nutrients, in just the right amounts, to nourish the baby completely.

Formula feeding does not require less time than breastfeeding. Formula feeding involves buying, measuring and mixing formula, sterilizing bottles and nipples, and warming up bottles. Breastfeeding can be done anytime and anywhere without any preparation.

Formula feeding does not reduce bonding between mother and infant. Bonding can happen with any type of feeding, as long as the mother holds the baby close and makes eye contact. Feeding is a great time to strengthen the bond with the baby.

Formula feeding increases risk for infection in infants. This is because breast milk contains antibodies and other germ-fighting factors that help protect the baby from infections, such as ear infections, diarrhea, respiratory infections and meningitis. Breast milk also provides ideal nutrition and is easily digested by the baby.