According to the World Health Organization, Low Birth Weight (LBW) is defined as a birth weight of less than 2,500 grams. (1)
The World Health Organization (WHO) recommends exclusive breastfeeding from the first hour after birth until the first six months of life, followed by the introduction of safe complementary foods alongside continued breastfeeding (BM) until the age of two or beyond.
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