"Breast milk is a unique food that can single-handedly meet all of a baby's nutritional and fluid needs for the first six months, protects against infections, is easy to digest, and is always at the right temperature. It also contributes to the formation of a strong emotional bond between mother and baby," said Research Assistant Esra Özer, noting that breastfeeding offers multiple benefits for both baby and mother health.
Özer noted that babies fed with breast milk have a reduced risk of many health problems such as obesity, type 1 diabetes, allergic diseases, and respiratory infections. She also said that breastfeeding facilitates postpartum recovery for mothers, accelerates the return of the uterus to its original state, and reduces the risk of breast cancer.
Research Assistant Esra Özer, who also highlighted the role of nurses in the breastfeeding process, made the following comments:
"Nurses are healthcare professionals who support mothers during the breastfeeding process, starting with prenatal education, teaching them the correct techniques, and helping them cope with problems. Nurses' knowledge and guidance play a critical role in promoting, supporting, and protecting breastfeeding."
Özer emphasized the importance of raising awareness about the importance of breastfeeding among all segments of society, adding that breast milk is every baby's fundamental right and the guarantee of healthy generations.
