IMPORTANCE OF AVOIDING PRELACTEAL FEEDS
ЁЯН╝ Why Pre-lacteal Feeds Should Be Avoided When a baby is born, the first few hours and days are critical for their health and bonding with the mother. One common but harmful practice in many communities is giving prelacteal feeds . ❓ What Are Prelacteal Feeds? Prelacteal feeds are any foods or liquids given to a newborn before breastfeeding is established. These include: Honey Sugar water Gripe water Plain water Formula milk before breastfeeding ЁЯЪл Why Are Prelacteal Feeds Harmful? Risk of Infections Newborns have immature immune systems. Prelacteal feeds can introduce bacteria or viruses, leading to serious infections. Delays Breastfeeding Initiation Giving other feeds before breastfeeding can reduce the baby’s interest in suckling, which delays milk production. Prevents Colostrum Intake Colostrum (the first thick, yellowish breast milk) is rich in antibodies and acts like a baby’s first vaccine. Giving prelacteal feeds may prevent babies from...