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Breastfeeding Basics
For the first 6 months, breast milk provides all the nutrition most babies need to grow and develop. It contains the ideal balance of nutrients for your baby’s early feeding needs, along with antibodies and immune factors that help protect against illness and infection. Babies who are exclusively or partially breastfed should also receive a daily vitamin D supplement, usually given as drops.
In the first few weeks:​
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Babies typically feed at least 8 times in 24 hours
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Listen for swallowing sounds during feeding
Click on the booklets below for practical breastfeeding tips and evidence-based information for the early newborn period.
Sources & References
The information on this page was developed using current evidence, clinical guidelines, and trusted healthcare resources.
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