Kenya has joined the rest of the globe in marking World Breastfeeding Week.
The week is held in the first week of August every year, supported by the World Health Organisation, UNICEF, the Ministry of Health and civil society partners.
The theme for 2024 is Closing the gap: Breastfeeding support for all.
Experts advise that newborns should be given breast milk within the first hour of their birth and be exclusively breastfed for six months.
This is an extremely effective method to prevent newborn mortality and promote good health for the baby.
It is worth noting that breastfeeding has numerous benefits for both the mother and the baby.
For instance, breast milk contains antibodies that protect against diseases such as diarrhea and respiratory infections.
This helps to minimize the risk of death among infants.
