The Wire

With baby formula sales booming and rates of breastfeeding on the decline internationally, discussions are sparked about the many benefits a mother’s milk. Aiding a child’s long term health and development is just the beginning of why experts believe breastfeeding is best practice for everyone. ‘The Need to Invest in Babies’ report was released in Canberra today to put pressure on governments, aid and nutrition agencies in building better breastfeeding support programs for women around the world.