Infant Feeding Breast versus Formula

• Other Authors: Jaber Al-Zwaini, Isam (Editor), Rasheed Al-Ani, Zaid (Editor), Hurley, Walter (Editor)
• Format: Electronic Book Chapter
• Language: English
• Published: IntechOpen 2020
• Subjects: Paediatric medicine; Neonatal medicine
• Online Access: DOAB: download the publication; DOAB: description of the publication

Feeding during the first two years of life is very important for the nutrition and growth of an infant. It has a great effect on early morbidity and mortality and long-term effects on health. Breastfeeding has many benefits for both the infant and mother, whereas formula feeding, although associated...