Process of feeding infant with breast milk.
The feeding of the infant by breast milk produced by the mother.
Breastfeeding is a biological process where the mother nourishes her infant directly at the breast or by expressing her milk.
Provide a complete and adapted nutrition to the infant while reinforcing its immune system and cognitive development.
The WHO recommends exclusive breastfeeding for 6 months, followed by continued breastfeeding with introduction of complementary foods until 2 years or more.
Breastfeeding is the optimal feeding method for infants, providing a complete nutrition and natural immune protection.
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