Breastfeeding Advocated as Key to Infants' Growth and Health
In December 1997 the American Academy of Pediatrics issued policy urging mothers to breastfeed exclusively for six months, then continue with solids and nursing through the first birthday. Human milk is recommended as the preferred infant feeding.
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Breastfeeding Coalition
Rx for health and breastfeeding week proclamation
Dr. Glenn R. Nichols Sr outlines breastfeeding guidance for premature and ill newborns with on demand feeding and early onset breastfeeding. Lactation specialists monitor 12 to 48 hours post delivery and follow up after hospital discharge. South Carolina proclaims August 17 1998 as Breastfeeding Week. Dr. Gerald Oliver receives the Gold Ribbon Award for advocacy in Aiken. Breastfeeding offers health benefits and strengthens mother infant bonds beyond monetary costs.
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David Beasley
South Carolina
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