World Breastfeeding Week: Real reasons mothers must breastfeed babies -- Lactation expert
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Every year, WBD is celebrated in the first week of August to raise awareness about the importance of breastfeeding and its benefits.
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World Breastfeeding Week: Q&A with Midwife May – Babymel® London
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Why supporting mothers to breastfeed matters
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Are there benefits to breastfeeding until the age of five?
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More Moms Are Breastfeeding Their Babies — But Not for Long Enough
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More Moms Are Breastfeeding Their Babies — But Not for Long Enough