The natural method of infant feeding from birth to weaning. Human milk contains the ideal balance of nutrients for a baby and provides valuable antibodies against infections. For the first few days after birth, the breasts produce colostrum. Milk flow is stimulated by the baby’s sucking and is usually established within 3–4 days. Breast-feeding problems may occur as a result of engorged breasts and cracked nipples or if the baby has problems sucking; a breast-feeding advisor may be able to help with these difficulties. Breast-feeding can sometimes cause an infection that leads to a breast abscess. In such cases, treatment with antibiotic drugs may mean that it is possible to continue breast-feeding.
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