Breastfeeding Awareness

The first week of August is celebrated as World breastfeeding week.

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.

 

Aslo Read: Breast Feeding- The Best Diet For Your Baby!

 

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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