The long-term goals for breastfeeding in the nursing context include:
- Exclusive Breastfeeding: Encouraging exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life, as recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP). - Continued Breastfeeding: Supporting continued breastfeeding along with complementary foods up to two years or beyond. - Public Awareness: Increasing public awareness about the importance of breastfeeding through community outreach and education campaigns. - Policy Development: Advocating for policies that support breastfeeding mothers, such as paid maternity leave and breastfeeding-friendly public spaces.
