Infant Feeding in the Context of COVID-19: FAQ for the front-line health and nutrition workers
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2020
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SafelyFed Canada,Save the Children
WHO/UNICEF IYCF recommendations have not changed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Initiate breastfeeding within 1 hour of birth
- Exclusively breastfeed for the first 6 months
- Introduce age-appropriate, adequate, safe and properly fed complementary foods starting from 6 months up to 2 years of age
- Continue breastfeeding for up to 2 years of age or beyond
Breastfeeding protects against respiratory and gastro-intestinal illnesses and prevents malnutrition and mortality.
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