CURRENT AFFAIRS

Detailed explanation-1: -This year, the theme for World Breastfeeding Week (WBW 2022) is Step up for Breastfeeding - Educate and Support. Since 2016, WBW has been aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). In 2018, a World Health Assembly resolution endorsed WBW as an important breastfeeding promotion strategy.

Detailed explanation-2: -WABA coordinates the global World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) campaign that aims to inform, anchor, engage and galvanise action on breastfeeding and related issues. WBW was started in 1992 to generate public awareness and support for breastfeeding. WBW is officially celebrated on 1-7 August every year.

Detailed explanation-3: -Phase 1: Colostrum This is the thick first milk your breasts make while you are pregnant and just after birth. Moms and doctors may refer to it as “liquid gold” for its deep yellow color and because it is so valuable for your baby.

Detailed explanation-4: -Babies are often fussier than normal during this time, and want to eat often. And while they want to feed often, they may pull off more frequently as well. There are a number of theories as to what causes this fussiness at this time.

Detailed explanation-5: -Four to six weeks After the first few weeks, you will probably be past some of those early challenges like latching issues and pain, and you’ll have an established milk supply. This period is the most critical time for building baby’s immune system.