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Breastfeeding guidelines during Covid-19 pandemic

If you have coronavirus symptoms or have been diagnosed, wear a mask (Photo: Shutterstock)

Breastfeeding has many benefits for both mother and child. It provides them with an opportunity to bond particularly if there’s skin to skin contact.

Breast milk also has many nutritional benefits for the child. It strengthens the baby’s immune system making it easier for them to fight off infections.

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