Notes

Amendments

10 Dec 2008 - Amendments have been made to page 17 to reflect current Australian dietary guidelines in relation to breastfeeding.

  • 'Exclusive' breastfeeding is defined as the infant receiving only breast milk and no other food or drink, including water, while 'fully' breastfeeding infants can receive other fluids such as juice or water. The Australian dietary guidelines for children and adolescents recommend exclusive breastfeeding of infants until around 6 months of age to achieve optimal growth, development and health.47