"Breastfeeding a Baby with Down Syndrome: Benefits, Challenges & Expert Tips"

Breastfeeding a Baby with Down
Syndrome

, Acknowledgements
A special thank you to the Down Syndrome Association of Hamilton for
their generous support in the printing of this pamphlet.



We would also like to thank La Leche League Canada, leaders in
breastfeeding support and information, for their contribution to the
development of this brochure.



The Canadian Down Syndrome Society would like
to thank Ashlee J. Stone for researching and developing this valuable
resource.



Breastfeeding a Baby With Down Syndrome: A publication by the
Canadian Down Syndrome Society




This brochure may only be copied or reproduced with the permission
of the Canadian Down Syndrome Society

#283, 5005 Dalhousie Dr, NW, Calgary, AB, T3A 5R8
toll free: 1-800-883-5608 |www.cdss.ca

, “Babieswith Downsyndrome
needwhatall babies need–
cuddles, nourishment, andlove.”




Congratulations!
Congratulations on the arrival of your baby!
You are about to embark on an incredible
journey filled with love and learning. While
you may be surprised to learn your baby has
Down syndrome, know that your little one will
be a wonderful addition to your family.

This booklet will explain how breastfeeding
can be a valuable and rewarding part of
caring for your baby and contribute to your
child’s well-being. It also provides information
on techniques to help your baby learn to
breastfeed effectively.