America’s Position on Breastfeeding

B2 – Upper Intermediate

For decades, doctors and health experts have praised the wonders and benefits of breastfeeding. Breast milk contains antibodies that help strengthen a baby’s immune system. It also lowers the risk of asthma and allergies. In general, breastfed babies have a healthier outlook compared to those who have never been breastfed.

Shockingly, however, at a recent World Health Organization (WHO) meeting, America changed its stance on breastfeeding.

Read the article below to find out more about this stunning news.

http://www.thetimesinplainenglish.com/americas-position-do-not-encourage-breast-feeding/

Discussion Questions:

  1. What were America’s reasons for changing their position about breastfeeding?
  2. What is your opinion about the article?
  3. Should this practice be encouraged or discouraged? Kindly explain.
  4. How is breastfeeding in public viewed in your country?

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