Every August, World Breastfeeding Week (August 1-7) reminds us of a powerful truth. When a baby is breastfed, the benefits extend far beyond infancy. These benefits ripple outward, through childhood, adulthood, and sometimes even into the next generation. Breastfed babies often grow into healthier children. Whatās more, when these adults become parents, theyāre more likely …
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By: Yanett Hodgson, Lactation Consultant and Ashley Guidry, Communications Associate World Breastfeeding Week, established in 1992 by the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Advocacy, is celebrated annually from August 1-7. This yearās theme, āClosing the Gap- Breastfeeding Support for All,ā emphasizes enhancing breastfeeding support to reduce societal inequities, particularly during emergencies and crises. Legacy has pledged …