​Breast milk is best for your baby, and the benefits of breastfeeding extend well beyond basic nutrition. In addition to containing all the vitamins and nutrients that your baby needs during the first six months of life, breast milk is full of substances to combat diseases, substances that protect your baby from illness.

Breastfeeding protects your baby from a long list of diseases.
Numerous studies worldwide have shown that stomach viruses, diseases of the lower respiratory tract, ear infections, and meningitis happen less often in breastfed babies and are less severe when they occur. Exclusive breastfeeding (meaning no solid food, baby formula, water) for at least six months this appears to offer the best protection.

 

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