Health and Safety Law 2024 (October 2024)

Health professionals recommend breastfeeding exclusively for at least the first six months and the Maternity Action charity says scientific evidence is that “the longer you can continue breastfeeding (while also introducing your baby to solid food), the greater the ongoing health benefits for you and your baby”. Prolonged breastfeeding may be a necessity if the baby is allergic to formula or cow’s milk for example.

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