Breast Feeding helps the development of Jaw Muscles and Alignment, and Airway. This helps lead to less Orthodontic Expenses and prevents TMJ Pain and Sleep Apnea in Adulthood.
Left: A child who did not breast feed. Note small jaws. Right: child who breast fed for 2 years with well developed jaws and airway. During Breast Feeding, the Jaws experience “expansive” pressure that stimulates jaw growth.