Breastfeeding your baby

Breast milk is the best food for newborn babies. The Public Health Agency of Canada, Health Canada and the World Health Organization recommend: breast milk only for feeding your baby from birth to 6 months and continuing to breastfeed for up to 2 years or more after introducing solid foods.

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Last Updated	April 17, 2026, 20:39 (UTC)
Created	April 17, 2026, 20:39 (UTC)
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