They don't have the advantage of antibodies thanks to the formula. They tend to get sick three times more often in breastfed babies. Formula does not reduce your baby's risk of infections, obesity or allergies, but it does increase your baby's risk of being more gassy and fussy. According to Joseph-Ben (February 2015) “Infant milk is not as nutritionally complete as breast milk. Although manufacturers are constantly modifying infant formula to resemble breast milk as closely as possible, there is no doubt that it is an inferior product because it cannot replicate live antibodies and antibacterial properties that protect the baby against infections” (paragraph 3). Money in the bank or money in the store. Breastfeeding can save you over $1,500.00 per year. According to Dr. Sears “Breast milk doesn't cost a cent, while the cost of formula adds up quickly. And unless you're pumping breast milk and feeding it to your baby, you don't need bottles, pacifiers and other supplies that can be expensive. (paragraph 4) Therefore you don't need the extra cost, now you can spend it on buying toys for your little one or better yet you can put it into a college.