Breastmilk is the best for babies. The World Health Organisation recommends exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. Unnecessary introduction of bottle feeding or other food and drinks will have a negative impact on breastfeeding. After six months of age, infants should receive age-appropriate foods while breastfeeding continues for up to two years of age or beyond. Consult your doctor before deciding to use infant formula or if you have difficulty breastfeeding.
When Should You Tell Your Boss You're Pregnant?
Your legal rights and responsibilities in the workplace
Understandably, most people don’t share their exciting news with everyone in their workplace immediately but there are laws to protect you during your pregnancy and maternity leave.
It’s best to let your employers know as soon as possible. But legally speaking, in order to take your maternity leave you must tell your employer in writing about your pregnancy and your plans no later than the 15th week before your baby is due.
If you work in a hazardous environment or one where your job puts you or your baby at risk whilst you are pregnant, you may want to consider telling your boss early on. Your safety and your baby’s is the most important thing.
Make sure you know all your maternity rights before you tell your boss. Remember, your rights are the same whether you work part time or full time.
Find out more about yourMaternity Rights here.
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