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Q & A ~ How Long Should a Mother Breastfeed?

Posted by Rachel Thomson on October 21, 2011 03:31 am 0 comments
Categories: Children Nutrition
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Q & A ~ How Long Should a Mother Breastfeed?



Q:  How long should a mother breastfeed?
   


A:  The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recommends that breastfeeding continues until the child is at least 12 months old, and thereafter for as long as mother and baby desire. The World Health Organization recommends continued breastfeeding up to 2 years of age or beyond

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