Turkish Neonatal Society guideline on nutrition of the healthy term newborn

Research shows strong evidence that breastfeeding offers many health benefits for infants and mothers, as well as potential economic and environmental benefits for communities. The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding exclusively for up to 6 months of age, with continued breastfeeding...

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Published in:Turk Pediatri Arsivi 2018-01, Vol.53 (Suppl 1), p.S128-S137
Main Authors: Bilgen, Hülya, Kültürsay, Nilgün, Türkyılmaz, Canan
Format: Article
Language:English
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Summary:Research shows strong evidence that breastfeeding offers many health benefits for infants and mothers, as well as potential economic and environmental benefits for communities. The World Health Organization recommends breastfeeding exclusively for up to 6 months of age, with continued breastfeeding along with appropriate complementary foods up to two years of age or beyond.
ISSN:1306-0015
1308-6278
DOI:10.5152/TurkPediatriArs.2018.01813