Human Growth and Development / Unit 3 HGD 0312 short lesson, about 20 seconds
Human Milk and Formula
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The idea
The WHO, the AAP and UNICEF recommend starting breastfeeding within an hour of birth and feeding only human milk for the first six months.
In practice
Human milk carrying antibodies against respiratory, ear and gut infections, vital where water is unsafe.
Where people slip
Formula is a healthy option where breastfeeding is not advised, possible or chosen. Breastfeeding rates are lower in high-income countries.
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