World Breastfeeding Day, celebrated on August 1st
World Breastfeeding Day, celebrated on August 1st , is an important occasion to promote the practice of breastfeeding. This date highlights the relevance of this act for the health and well-being of the baby and mother. During this date, several activities are carried out, such as educational campaigns, community events and distribution of information materials, aiming to raise awareness about the benefits of breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is essential to provide all the necessary nutrients for the baby in the first months of life, as well as offering protection against diseases and infections. It is recommended by the WHO as the best feeding method up to six months of age, being supplemented with solid foods until two years or more.
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