Breastfeeding is the most appropriate feeding method for newborn babies during this period and it has many benefits for both infants and mothers.
Breast milk is a unique food that can provide adequate and balanced distribution of nutrients in accordance with the needs of infants.
Breastfeeding reduces the frequency and complications of infectious diseases that may occur in children such as asthma, otitis, diarrhea, meningitis, respiratory tract infections, gastrointestinal tract infections.
During the lactation period, the mother's health and milk quality are significantly affected by her diet. In this process, carbohydrate, fat, protein, vitamins and minerals should be taken in a balanced way.
In this period, in addition to macro and micronutrients, an average of 3 liters of fluid intake per day is recommended.
