All babies need to be fed with their mothers’ breastmilk because it contains ideal nutrients for their health and vitality. Breastmilk contains everything the baby needs in best quality and quantity. It protects babies from common acute and chronic illnesses. Breastfeeding benefits babies, mothers, and families.
Mothers who chose to breastfeed should initiate breastfeeding immediately after birth and express their milk within the first 2 to 6 hours of delivery. If they are not able to breastfeed, they need to express breastmilk by hand or by using a breast pump.