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Breastfeeding is a beautiful and natural process, but for mothers who give birth via Caesarean section (CS), it can present some additional challenges such as post-surgical pain and exhaustion. C-sections are increasingly common in India as the 2021 NHFS data shows 21.5% babies are born via C-sections.Only one in 2 women who give birth in…

Breastfeeding is the normal way to feed an infant. It has the natural and immunological power to protect the health and improve well-being of both newborn babies and mothers. Yet, as the national data reveals, many hospitals struggle to provide the optimal environment to support breastfeeding mothers. Despite almost 90% gave birth in a hospital,…

Breastfeeding Mother: I’ve heard that the thick yellow milk right after birth is bad for the baby and should be thrown away. Is that true? Health Expert: Not at all! The thick yellow milk which comes for the first two days of the birth is called colostrum. It is very rich in  antibodies and nutrients…

Dear Fellow Citizens,  As people across India are celebrating the joy of giving, this Daan Utsav from 2nd October to 8th October, you can also participate in Daan Utsav. Engage in act of kindness and charity by donating to the cause of breastfeeding. This can keep the BPNI live and kicking to protect, promote and…

  Nestlé, it’s time to face the truth. Your double standards in stand exposed. Thanks to a revealing report by Public Eye and the International Baby Food Action Network (IBFAN), April 2024, your questionable marketing practices and unethical manufacturing standards stand exposed.       The findings highlight your double standards when it comes to infant…

The role of chefs as guardians of culinary traditions is under threat as some step outside their kitchens to endorse Ultra-processed food products Chef is defined in oxford dictionary as “a professional cook, typically the chief cook in a restaurant or hotel”. A famous Indian Chef crossed this line few days back.It makes me ask…

  Running an organization dedicated to breastfeeding protection, promotion, and support is a test of endurance, resilience, and commitment. Breastfeeding is not merely a personal choice but a public health imperative. As the Central Coordinator of the Breastfeeding Promotion Network of India (BPNI), I have experienced firsthand the challenges of sustaining such an organization since…

  India has made significant strides in improving maternal and child health, reflected in the commendable 89% of births that now take place in health facilities. However, a critical gap remains in the early initiation of breastfeeding, with only 41% of newborns receiving breast milk within the first hour of life. This discrepancy is not…

In recent years, the mantra of ease of doing business has become a cornerstone of economic policy, championed by institutions like the International Monetary Fund (IMF) as a pathway to growth and prosperity. These institutions often prioritise free-market principles, favouring minimal regulatory interventions. While this approach may yield benefits in certain sectors, its application to…