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For the first 6 months since the
birth, it is advised to provide only breast milk for the child.
Even water should be avoided. From 6 months to 2 years, it is advisable to
breastfeed along with other solid foods.
Despite celebrating World breastfeeding
week and Breastfeeding awareness
day, awareness about breastfeeding is
lacking in India since the exclusive breastfeeding rate remains at only 51%. In
Tamil Nadu, the rate is still low.
When the child cries during the time
of breastfeeding, most people think that breast milk is not enough
for the child and choose to feed cow milk or sugar water. Formula feed is also
easily available and many people consider it to be a healthy alternative to
breast milk. The mother needs emotional support at this time to continue
breastfeeding.
Why breastfeeding
is important for your baby?
· Breast milk
contains all nutrients and minerals in
the right proportion that aids the baby’s health. This
cannot be matched by any formula milk.
·
Breast milk provides
immunity for the child.
·
Breast milk is
comprised of 90% water and hence it takes care of both the food and water need
of the child.
·
Children who are
breastfed tend to develop good immunity and high IQ levels.
·
Breast milk not
only provides immunity against infections but also protects the child from asthma and other
allergies.
Kauvery Hospital
Breast milk is undoubtedly the best food
for babies. For the children’s future to be strong and bright, we need to
encourage breastfeeding and support young mothers. At Kauvery Hospital, we have some of the best paediatricians in Trichy
and would be able to provide good advice and support to breastfeeding moms.
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