Jipmer recommends breastfeeding of babies for six months
The Hindu
Advisory says antiobodies are transmitted to children through the vaccinated mother’s milk
A Jipmer avisery on preventing COVID-19 among children has advocated breastfeeding of newborn for the first six months. In a set of specific suggestions, Adhisivam B., neonatology chief at Jipmer, said that lactating mothers should get vaccinated against COVID-19. After delivery, even if the mother tested positive for SARS CoV-2, the baby and mother should not be separated. All babies should be exclusively breastfed for the first six months. SARS CoV-2 is usually not transmitted through breast milk. On the contrary, the baby will receive antibodies against SARS CoV-2 through mother’s milk, Jipmer said.More Related News