Does breastfeeding arouse intense negative feelings in you?


Breastfeeding is suppose to be a natural, effortless experience, but for a small percentage of women, it may be highly unpleasant due to certain conditions. — Photos: Freepik

The benefits of breastfeeding to both mother and child are numerous, well-studied and irrefutable.

Every year during World Breastfeeding Week, newspapers, magazines and social media are flooded with copious amounts of information advocating the wonders of this act, painting an image that it is both graceful and effortless.

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