Tuesday, June 15, 2010

Benefits of Extended Breastfeeding

 ‎"In the second year (12-23 months), 448 mL of breastmilk provides: 29% of energy requirements, 43% of protein requirements...36% of calcium requirements, 75% of 
vitamin A requirements, 76% of folate requirements, 94% of vitamin B12 requirements, 60% of vitamin C requirements "

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Everyone knows that breast is best for a newborn but what about an 18 month old, or even a five year old? Are there any benefits to such extended ..., Nikki H.

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