HealthPhone™ Hindi हिन्दी - Proper Techniques: A baby should be breastfed on demand

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Produced by: UNICEF, India - Video in हिन्दी - मानक हिन्दी - Mānak Hindī - Hindi
Know how to successfully breastfeed their baby.
These videos focus on social and behavior change communication and are made for individual and small group viewing, learning and discussion. They are designed to be used as interpersonal communication tools by communities and frontline workers in giving out important information to women and caregivers.
Key Messages
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The more you breastfeed, the more milk you will produce. Your body will produce as much as the baby needs.
A sick child needs to be breastfed more than usual as he/she needs more nutritious and easily digestible food.
Breastfeed your child even (exclusively if baby is under 6 months) even if you are not well.
Discussions and Frequently Asked Questions
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Does a baby get sick if the mother is sick and breastfeeds?
Key Response: Breastfeeding (exclusively if baby is under 6 months) should be continued even if mother is not well.
If the child is ill, should their diet be supplemented with other food?
Key Response: The frequency of breastfeeding should be increased- as a sick child needs more nutritious and easily digestible food. Exclusive breastfeeding for infants up to 6 months of age should be continued.
Shouldn't I stop if the child breastfeeds for too long?
Key Response: Breastfeed as many times as the child demands and for as long as s/he wants. Do not rush the breast feeding. When the baby feeds longer, he /she gets larger amounts of important fat rich hind milk. The more you breastfeed, the more milk you will produce. Your body will produce as much milk as the baby needs.
A baby could also be suckling (and drawing out milk) because the baby is seeking comfort, and wants to be cuddled.
Key Response: Breastfeeding helps to build bonding and attachment between mother and child.
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