Breastfeeding Benefits

Every year first week of August is observed as the World Breastfeeding Week. It is supported by the WHO, UNICEF and many ministries of health and civil societies worldwide. The theme for 2024 is "Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all." This campaign celebrates breastfeeding mothers in all their diversity throughout their breastfeeding journeys, aiming to promote exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of an infant's life, raise awareness among expectant and new mothers and improve infant health worldwide. Exclusive breastfeeding from birth to six months provides essential nutrients and immunity protections, eliminating the need for additional food.