For a healthy term infant, which feeding practice is recommended during the first 6 months of life?
Correct answer: A. Exclusive breastfeeding without water or other foods
- A. Exclusive breastfeeding without water or other foods
- B. Breastfeeding with regular diluted fruit juice
- C. Formula feeding with added cereal from birth
- D. Breastfeeding with animal milk after one month
Explanation
Exclusive breastfeeding means giving only breast milk, including no water, for the first 6 months when possible. Early water, juice, cereal, or animal milk can increase infection risk and reduce breast milk intake.
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