Saturday, August 06, 2005

Advocates tout breastfeeding benefits

This week, around the world, is designated to bringing attention to the benefits of breastfeeding. It comes in the midst of a controversial ad campaign, which says breastfeeding is the best way to feed babies up to 6 months old.

Advocates say breastfeeding helps the mother and baby to bond, gives the baby necessary antibodies, and it can even help with development.

Some maternity stores provide nursing rooms. And Memorial Hospital just got a silver medal from the state, for giving its employees time and space to breastfeed.



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