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During World Breastfeeding Week, moms speak out on why India needs more feeding zones in public spaces like malls, temples, and government offices.

New mothers often face unsolicited and hurtful comments about breastfeeding that can affect their confidence and emotional well-being. Here, we highlight common remarks to avoid, share expert advice from a paediatrician, and offer supportive affirmations every breastfeeding mother deserves to hear.

From sleepless nights and postpartum guilt to finding strength in support systems, five Indian women share what it's really like to be a new mom — and why every mother deserves to be seen, heard, and held.

Driven by her own experiences, former software developer Gayathri Kanumuri embarked on a mission to revolutionise breastfeeding support through her startup, 'NariCare'.

Adhunika Prakash started a Facebook group for new mothers called Breastfeeding Support For Indian Mothers that provides support and guidance on breastfeeding.

New mothers across India seek support in virtual communities, navigating challenges with peer advice, sisterhood, and solidarity. Covering everything from solid food to sleep training, here’s how these online groups offer a lifeline for women in their parenting journey.

Dr Indu Taneja throws light on whether or not breastfeeding during the COVID-19 outbreak is advisable or not.

India is the worst in child wasting according to a recent Global Hunger Index report. In such a grim scenario, these five small yet effective efforts are bringing a change

The response has been overwhelming with mothers showing their support with placards from various significant locations such as the Mysore Palace in India, Burj Kalifa in Dubai, New York Downtown in US, Norway Airport and more from across all continents.

"When the research was published, the government made this warning mandatory. It upset a lot of baby food companies. And today, we are saving babies because of this knowledge," says Varanasi's 91-year-old Annapurna Shukla.