Breast milk is best

This is because breast milk:

• is the perfect food for your baby
• contains all the nutrients your baby needs
• changes with your baby’s needs
• helps protect your baby against infection
• is free, safe, environmentally friendly and ready to use.

Research shows that breast-fed babies are more accepting of new foods than babies who are formula-fed. This is because breast milk gets its flavours from the mother’s diet.

For more information on breastfeeding and to order free leaflets, visit the HealthEd website