Breastfeeding Is More Than Nutrition: Helping Build a Healthier Generation Breastfeeding not only provides essential nutrition to babies but can also have long-term impacts on children’s health, family well-being and societal productivity. Clinical Specialist in Obstetrics and Gynaecology at Hospital Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah (HSAAS), Universiti Putra Malaysia (UPM), Dr. Siti Azlina Ab Karim, said breastfeeding is one of the important foundations for providing babies with a healthier start in life. “The benefits of breastfeeding should be viewed in a broader context, as babies with better health are potentially less likely to require hospital treatment, reducing stress on parents and disruptions to the family’s work routine.

Date of Input: 19/08/2026 | Updated: 19/08/2026 | ahmadfaiq