Patient's question:
What is the best duration for breastfeeding? What are the advantages of breastfeeding, and which nutrients should be supplemented for exclusively breastfed infants? What are the benefits of exclusive breastfeeding?Doctor's answer:
Hello, it's a pleasure to assist you. Exclusive breastfeeding should be maintained for at least 4 to 6 months. While introducing complementary foods appropriately, if conditions permit, you can continue breastfeeding until the baby is 1.5 years old or even longer. Around 1 to 2 months of age, some mothers may notice that the baby tends to get hungry very easily after each feeding, with shorter intervals between feedings. After breastfeeding for 8 months, complementary foods should be introduced around 6 months.