Recent reports of a mother snowbound in her car for 9 days is testimony to the incredible benefits of breastmilk!
The media has recently reported the rescue of a mother who was stranded in her car in a remote part of southern Oregon with her infant and 4 year old daughters. Here is a report of the incredible rescue of the mother and how she kept them alive.
This mother literally kept her children alive by breastfeeding them both! They were trapped in their car for 9 days before they were rescued by helicopter. What an amazing testimony to the benefits of breastfeeding during times of crisis.
In fact, Dr. Hopkinson, a professor of children's nutrition from Baylor College in Houston has this to say about breastmilk, "This is a remarkable fluid in many ways. There is nothing better you can give a child in a disaster than breast milk."
Clearly yet another hidden benefit to breastfeeding!
Have a great week as you prepare for the holidays.
Warmly,
Brenda
