Primary-care providers should actively encourage breastfeeding, says a report in the Annals of Internal Medicine. This video, from the American College of Physicians, talks about the recommendation. It includes interviews with Dr. Gail Herrine, an obstetrician, and Kathe Spiro-Bentzel, a mother who decided to breastfeed. For expert commentary, check out Dr. Hubbard's blog post .

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Family doctor Central nj
written by Family doctor Central nj , February 24, 2012

Breastfeeding provides the perfect nourishment for your child and provides many health advantages for both mother and child and it is the normal way of offering young babies with the nutritional value they need for balanced progression and growth. Breast milk has the right balance of nutritional value to help your baby grow into a properly child.

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