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When it comes to feeding, new mums deserve an informed choice
by Filomena Kaguako
29th May 2023
29th May 2023
Breastfeeding is a sensitive topic; one that polarises and aggravates people, and one that requires an individualist approach. What new mums need is an informed and respected choice; that comes without judgement and with much support and education, unfortunately we are not there yet.
According to the Irish Maternity Indicator Report 2021, Ireland has one of the lowest breastfeeding rates in the world. In Ireland, 62.3 per cent of babies are breastfed at birth and by the time the babies are three months old, it drops significantly down to 31.2 per cent. So why are the Irish breastfeeding rates among one of the lowest in Europe and across the globe? “A lot of it is cultural norms,” says lactation...
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