PEDIATRICS Vol. 54 No. 6 December 1974, pp. 757-764
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Breast-Feeding: Second Thoughts

John W. Gerrard D.M., F.R.C.P.1

1 University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

A number of studies have shown that breast-feeding not only supplies the infant with nourishment but gives him immunologic protection against infection as well. Breast-fed infants are less likely to develop respiratory and gastrointestinal infections and allergic reactions. Infants slowly develop their own immunologic defenses in the months after birth, and breast-feeding is a hygienic, gradual method of protection during the transition to immunologic independence. Best protection is achieved when the infant receives breast milk alone for, at least, the first six months of life. Pediatricians should be aware that this is particularly important in areas where contamination of cow's milk and other foods is likely and where medical facilities are inadequate.

Submitted on March 18, 1974
Accepted on May 8, 1974




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