Question

Sabita is a new mother living in a poor village in Nepal. She is receiving some conflicting information from her mother-in-law, who says that formula feeding her baby is superior to breastfeeding. The Female Community Health Volunteer in her village says that breastfeeding is superior to formula feeding. Which of the statements are correct?

Answer 1

Answer:

The answer is "Breastfeeding is superior"

Explanation:

Breastfeeding is considered the best diet for a baby. WHO considers that it must be mandatory until 6 months and continue until 2 years. This breast milk can be stored in the refrigerator in glass containers, maintaining its properties even up to 30 days of milking. In addition to the different nutrients, vitamins and others that the mother passes through her milk, there is a more important aspect, which is the psycho-somatic and emotional aspect that occurs during breastfeeding.

The infant formula can cause constipation, abdominal pain. flatulence among others, in which you drink that receive this type of milk.