Breastfeeding or Formula Feeding: A Mother's Choice

Authors

Trista Briggs, Utah State University
Mateja R. Savoie-Roskos, Utah State UniversityFollow
Lydia Bangerter, Utah State University
Casey Coombs, Utah State UniversityFollow

Document Type

Factsheet

Publisher

Utah State University Extension

Publication Date

4-30-2020

First Page

1

Last Page

5

Abstract

Deciding how to feed an infant is a decision that should be made by a mother and her family. The benefits of exclusively breastfeeding an infant for the first six months of life are well established (World Health Organization [WHO], 2017); however, it may not always be feasible or a preferred option. For mothers who cannot or choose not to breastfeed, formula feeding is a great option that can support a healthy and thriving infant. This fact sheet will address common questions about breastfeeding and formula feeding to help mothers make an informed decision on how to feed their infant, whether it is by breastfeeding, formula feeding, or a combination of the two.

Recommended Citation

Briggs, Trista; Savoie-Roskos, Mateja R.; Bangerter, Lydia; and Coombs, Casey, "Breastfeeding or Formula Feeding: A Mother's Choice" (2020). All Current Publications. Paper 2102.
https://digitalcommons.usu.edu/extension_curall/2102