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Low breastfeeding linked to child deaths

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Bottle feeding and the use of formula milk are becoming more common in Pakistan while breastfeeding rates remain low.

Health experts have warned that this trend may be putting many young children at greater risk of illness and death. Experts at a media workshop held at the Karachi Press Club said only about one in five newborn babies in Pakistan receives breast milk within the first hour after birth.

According to experts from the Sindh Institute of Child Health and Neonatology around 33,700 child deaths every year in Pakistan are linked to inadequate breastfeeding. Many of these deaths are connected to illnesses such as diarrhea and pneumonia which can often be prevented or treated.

Many babies do not get exclusive Breastfeeding Health experts said only around 48% of babies under six months are exclusively breastfed in Pakistan.

Children who are not breastfed may face a much higher risk of serious infections and other health problems. Experts strongly recommend starting breastfeeding within the first hour after birth and giving babies only breast milk for the first six months unless a doctor advises otherwise.

Families should support new mothers

Experts stressed that breastfeeding should not be seen as the mother’s responsibility alone. Fathers, families doctors hospitals and workplaces all have a role in helping mothers breastfeed successfully.

Providing mothers with proper support time and a comfortable environment can help more babies receive the benefits of breast milk and contribute to a healthier generation.

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