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Ask Dr. Sandy: Does Breast Milk Help Babies Learn?
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Pediatricians encourage breast feeding. It provides antibodies that help prevent gastrointestinal infections and ear infections.
A new study suggests another surprising benefit:
Nutrients in breast milk have been shown to help a baby’s brain development!
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