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Breast Milk

Description

Breast milk is the milk produced by the mammary glands of a lactating woman. It is the primary source of nutrition for infants and provides numerous health benefits due to its unique composition.

Sample Sentences

• The mother decided to exclusively feed her newborn with breast milk for the first six months.
• Research indicates that breast milk contains essential antibodies which help protect babies from infections.
• Many women prefer to pump and store their breast milk so that it can be fed to the baby later.

Senses and Usages

Sense 1: Noun (Popular)

1.1) The natural milk produced by a woman's breasts, especially during the initial stages of lactation.

1.2) Used as a primary source of nutrition for infants, breast milk contains essential nutrients and antibodies.

1.3) Breast milk is recommended by healthcare professionals as the ideal food for babies.

Sense 2: Noun (Local)

2.1) In some cultures, breast milk is believed to have medicinal properties and is used in traditional remedies.

2.2) Breast milk can also be donated to milk banks to provide nourishment for premature or sick infants.

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