New Study Links Longer Breastfeeding to Fewer Developmental Delays

“Breast is best” is a well-known saying that might be better updated to “Breast is best for longer.”
New Study Links Longer Breastfeeding to Fewer Developmental Delays
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The more scientists research the effects of breastfeeding, the more benefits they identify for infants. Some advantages extend past infancy into childhood and even have a potential effect on adult health.

A recent study found that breastfeeding for at least 6 months was associated with fewer delays in reaching social, language, and motor developmental milestones. It was also linked to a reduced likelihood of neurodevelopmental conditions that can cause disability.

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