Prioritising breastfeeding |08 August 2025

Prioritising breastfeeding

Breastmilk remains the unequivocal and most nourishing drink for an infant, especially in the first six months of life. While some women are unable to breastfeed for medical reasons, for those who can, there should be enough support given to ensure that breastfeeding is successful. Although seemingly a natural act, it is easy for a woman to give up on breastfeeding if she does not know the proper technique and lacks support not just from health professionals but also family members, employers and society as a whole.

Yours in health

The Nutrition Team

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