Breastfeeding is a big plus for both mother and baby

Over time, cultures change and people adapt to situations that prevail in society. The influence of our modern and busy life­styles has also had an impact on breastfeeding along the years.
Breastfeeding used to be a very healthy tradition; we now need further awareness about it, particularly on exclusive breastfeeding. The World Health Organisation recommends ex­clusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life and to continue it for the first years of a child together with the introduction of other complementary foods where possible.
Breast milk is known for its essential nutrients which change as the baby grows and deve­lops. This is a unique cha­racteristic that no other breast milk substitute can imitate. Breastfeeding is renowned for its benefits to both mother and baby.
Breast milk contains carbohydrates, proteins, fats, vitamins and minerals in the right proportions and with a nutrient content that changes according to the baby’s needs. It contains antibodies derived from the mother, which offer protection against harmful bacteria, viruses or fungi that may cause diarrhoea or acute respiratory infection in the early days of life.

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