Breastfeeding is regaining the popularity it lost in the early part of this century. It is now recognized as the ideal food for human infants, and an important contributor to healthy growth and development.

The most important advantage of breastfeeding is the nutritional composition of breast milk that has the perfect combination of water, protein, carbohydrates, immunoglobulin, cholesterol, fats, vitamins and minerals.

Breastfeeding also creates a unique bonding between mother and infant that...