Supporting breastfeeding starts with the family: why fathers matter

The World Health Organisation (WHO) and UNICEF recommend that breastfeeding begin within the first hour after birth, that infants receive only breast milk for the first six months, and that breastfeeding continue alongside appropriate complementary foods until two years of age or beyond. Breast milk provides complete nutrition, protects against infection, supports healthy brain development, and reduces the risk of illnesses later in life. Mothers also benefit, with a lower risk of breast and…