Breast milk is best for your baby

Breast milk is best for babies. The World Health Organisation (WHO) and Health Promotion Board (HPB) recommend exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. Unnecessary introduction of bottle feeding or other food and drinks will have a negative impact on breastfeeding. At around six months of age (but not before 4 months), infants should receive nutritionally adequate and age-appropriate complementary foods while breastfeeding continues for up to two years of age or beyond. Consult your doctor before deciding to use infant formula or if you have difficulty breastfeeding.

Abbott Singapore fully recognises breast milk’s primacy, value and superiority and supports exclusive breastfeeding as recommended by the WHO.

The content on this website is intended as general information for Singaporean residents only and should not be used as a substitute for medical care and advice from your healthcare practitioner. The HPB recommends that infants start on age-appropriate complementary foods at around 6 months, whilst continuing breastfeeding for up to 2 years or beyond to meet their evolving nutritional requirements. If no longer breastfeeding, toddlers can switch to full cream milk after 12 months. This should be complemented by a good variety of solid foods from the four main food groups (fruits, vegetables, grains, meat and alternatives). For more information on the nutritional requirements of infants and young children, please visit www.healthhub.sg/earlynutrition.

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Digestion Issues – Relief Is Near

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Heartburn, constipation, gas, and bloating — Digestion strategies anyone can stomach

Pregnancy can definitely impact your digestive system. But there are actions you can take to support your digestive health and help alleviate, and possibly even prevent, common pregnancy-related digestion symptoms. If any of these symptoms persist or become problematic, speak with your doctor.
Pregnancy-related digestion issues: causes and tips for relief
Heartburn

Causes

  • Changing hormones
  • Your baby’s increasing size
  • Fatty or spicy foods

Relief

  • Wear loose-fitting clothes (pants or belts that leave a ring around your stomach are too tight)
  • Sit up while eating
  • Avoid eating late at night, at least an hour before going to bed
  • After eating, avoid lying down, and if you feel up to it, take a short walk
  • Chew gum or suck on a sour lemon drop to increase saliva flow, which neutralizes the acid in the stomach
  • Relax. Sit down, close your eyes, and take 10 long, deep breaths
  • Sleep with your head raised several inches above the rest of your body
  • Lastly, always consult your doctor before taking any over-the-counter medications, even antacids
Constipation

Causes

  • Your hormone levels cause your digestive system to work more slowly, which may lead to constipation

Relief

  • Drink plenty of water—ten 8-oz (240ml) cups a day
  • Slowly increase the fiber in your diet. Aim for 28 g of daily fiber by eating foods such as beans, vegetables, fruits, whole grains, cereals, and oatmeal
  • Exercise at least 30 minutes every day to stimulate your digestive tract and promote regular bowel movement. Check with your doctor about exercising while pregnant.
Gas and Bloating

Causes

  • Gas and bloating during pregnancy are common symptoms, especially during the early months. In addition to the tips above for dealing with constipation, you can try the tips below to help relieve your symptoms

Relief

  • Eat slowly
  • Avoid foods gas-producing gas like cabbage or beans, and find other nutritious foods instead
  • Wait at least an hour after eating before you lie down. Give your food time to digest while you're still upright

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