World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year from August 1st – 7th to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of infants around the world.
Important messages for the mother who wants to breastfeed.
breastfeeding and mothers milk remains the most important immunological defense and nutritional foundation available to a newborn baby.it strengthens the immune system by directly transferring antibodies from the mother to newborn baby.
- Breastfeeding and mothers milk remains the most important immunological defense and nutritional foundation available to a newborn baby.it strengthens the immune system by directly transferring antibodies from the mother to newborn baby.
- Breastfeeding provides protection against diseases, the most important of which are viruses.
- Breastfeeding can help shield infants from certain diseases. Babies that are breastfed are less likely to develop asthma, obesity, type 1 diabetes and sudden infant death syndrome (SIDS). Breastfed babies are also less likely to develop stomach illnesses or ear infections.
- Starting breastfeeding can be challenging, but it's a valuable learning experience for both you and your baby. Stay patient and positive, and with practice, it will become easier. You’ve got this!
- You can still breastfeed your child when you return to work. Continuing the process of breastfeeding provides the best nutrition and protection for your child. Moreover, it is considered a method of communication with your child when you return home in addition to strengthening the bond between you and your child.
- The mother’s health also benefits from breastfeeding. Type 2 diabetes, high blood pressure, certain malignancies such as ovarian cancer and breast cancer are less prevalent in breastfeeding mothers.