Standard health recommendations of exclusive breastfeeding for the baby’s first six months sound fine to many expectant mothers. But only 40.7 percent of U.S. mothers are still exclusively breastfeeding at 3 months of age, and that figure drops to 18.8 percent – fewer than 1 in 5 mothers – by 6 months of age. What are the reasons behind the apparent disconnect between what is recommended for baby’s health, mother’s intentions, and feeding behavior? There are a number of potential obstacles that affect success with any endeavor, including breastfeeding. Why are these giant boulders, for some wo
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