Breast feeding

Mother’s milk is nature’s gift to the newborn baby. It is enriched with all the required nutrients which are easily absorbed. WHO recommends exclusive breast feeding for six months. During breast feeding even water is not required.

Babies should be put on breast milk soon after birth. During the first – days a yellow coloured fluid known as colostrum is produced. Babies must be fed on it as it is very rich in antibodies and protects a child from infections. Benefits of breast feeding It is nutritionally tailor-made for meeting the infant’s nutritional needs.

It is enriched with all the nutrients in required proportion and form (e.g,. the fat present is emulsified). Its low amount of protein reduces pressure on the kidneys and Vitamin C is also not destroyed. It is a simple, hygienic and convenient method of feeding both for the mother and the child.

Milk is available at all times and at the right temperature.