Breastfeeding is recognized as the most natural method of infant nourishment because maternal milk provides essential nutrients, protective substances, and the necessary fluid for a baby’s growth and development. A notable characteristic of breast milk is its capacity to adjust to the specific needs of the child. According to Cvetka Skale, MSc, PhD, IBCLC, President of the Association of Lactation and Breastfeeding Consultants of Slovenia, who works at the Neonatal Pediatric Department of the General Hospital Celje, exclusively breastfed infants require no supplementary liquid during the initial six months of life.
Skale explained that because up to 80 percent of mother’s milk is water, it sufficiently meets the baby’s hydration requirements, even on hot days. Furthermore, the composition of breast milk is particularly beneficial under such conditions. The milk continues to provide all necessary sustenance, ensuring the baby has what it needs without the addition of external fluids.
This natural adaptability highlights the comprehensive nutritional value of human milk, making it an ideal source of sustenance for the growing baby.
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