Every year, from August 1 to 7, the world celebrates World Breastfeeding Week, a global initiative led by the World Health Organization (WHO), UNICEF, and the World Alliance for Breastfeeding Action (WABA). Its purpose is to raise awareness about the importance of creating supportive environments that empower mothers to breastfeed and give every child the healthiest possible start in life.
Breastfeeding is much more than a way of feeding a baby. It creates a unique bond between mother and child, supports healthy physical and emotional development, and provides proven health benefits for both. The WHO and UNICEF recommend initiating breastfeeding within the first hour after birth, exclusively breastfeeding for the first six months, and continuing breastfeeding alongside appropriate complementary foods up to two years of age or beyond.
Support Makes All the Difference
For many mothers—especially first-time moms—breastfeeding can bring questions and challenges. Having access to reliable information, professional guidance, and a strong support system can make a significant difference in building confidence and establishing a successful breastfeeding journey.
Our Commitment to Families
At La Bene San Luis, we believe every birth marks the beginning of a new story. That is why our Maternity Unit is designed to provide comprehensive care for mothers, babies, and their families from the very first moments of life.
As part of our commitment to person-centered care, we promote practices that encourage successful breastfeeding, including:
- Breastfeeding counseling and support from trained healthcare professionals.
- Rooming-in, allowing mothers and babies to remain together to strengthen bonding and encourage breastfeeding on demand.
- Promotion of exclusive breastfeeding throughout the hospital stay, always considering the individual needs and medical condition of each mother and newborn.
- A highly trained healthcare team dedicated to providing guidance, education, and ongoing support.
- A safe, welcoming, and family-centered environment designed to make the birth experience as positive and reassuring as possible.
These actions reflect our ongoing commitment to delivering compassionate, safe, and high-quality care focused on the needs of every family we serve.
Breastfeeding: A Lifelong Investment in Health
Breast milk provides all the nutrients a baby needs during the first months of life while also supplying antibodies that help strengthen the immune system and protect against many illnesses. For mothers, breastfeeding also offers important health benefits, supporting postpartum recovery and contributing to long-term well-being.
During World Breastfeeding Week, La Bene San Luis proudly reaffirms its commitment to supporting mothers and families by promoting breastfeeding through education, professional guidance, and compassionate care.
Because every story begins with a first embrace, and every family deserves the best possible start.