Although scientific evidence strongly confirms their benefits, many women continue to face invisible barriers: cultural mandates, prejudices and misinformation. Brinking these beliefs is key to understanding that breastfeeding is not just nourishing: it is a physical, emotional and linking act that needs containment, not pressure.
During the World Breastfeeding Week, which is celebrated from August 1 to 7, health professionals remember that breastfeeding is not just a biological act: it is also an emotional experience deeply crossed by expectations, social mandates and links.
Despite the scientific support that supports its benefits, multiple myths persist that hinder the continuity of breastfeeding and emotionally affect those who try to sustain it.
“Breastfeeding is a deeply emotional practice. Not only nourishes the baby’s body, he also builds one of the first links. Therefore, when difficulties appear, mothers not only consult for physical issues, but also because of what they feel: guilt, frustration, fear of doing it badly. Accompanying them without judging, providing information and validating their emotions is part of the professional role Gynecologist and Obstetrician of the CMC of Mendoza de Boreal Health (MP 8045). Among the most common myths that still circulate in 2025 are:
“If the breasts are small, you can’t breastfeed”
The size does not determine the production capacity. All mothers can produce the necessary amount if there is an adequate stimulus.
“After six months, milk no longer feeds”
Breast milk remains a relevant source of nutrients, defenses and growth factors even after the first year.
“If the baby cries a lot, it’s because milk doesn’t fill it”
The crying does not always indicate hunger. You can respond to other needs (contact, sleep, discomfort) and does not imply low milk quality.
“I don’t have enough milk”
Most of the time is a wrong perception. Frequent suction is the key to sustaining and increasing production.
“Being cold prevents breastfeeding”
Except in exceptional cases, not only can you breastfeed being sick, but it is recommended: milk transmits protective antibodies.
“If the baby takes formula or bottle once, reject the chest”
Not necessarily. Many mixed or recovered lactations work well with accompaniment.
“Milk is very watering and does not feed”
The milk varies in appearance and composition throughout the shot, but always brings what the baby needs.
“Breastfeeding should be easy if it is done with love”
Breastfeeding can be challenging, even in contexts of desire and motivation. Love does not replace the need for technical and emotional support.
“After a few months, milk is cut alone”
Production is regulated by demand. If the baby continues sucking, the milk continues.
“Back to work prevents continuing to breastfeed”
With organization, milk extraction and advice, many women manage to make breastfeeding and work compatible.
“Most women can breastfeed, but many times they face obstacles that have nothing to do with their body, but with the lack of information, time or support. If a mother does not receive adequate help, most likely he leaves, not because he does not want, but because he felt alone,” adds Dr. De Boreal Health.
Accompanying families with clear information, active listening and concrete support is essential to sustain healthy breastfeeding. Access to trained professionals – plants, puericultters, nutritionists, obstetricians and psychologists – can make a difference between a positive experience and an experience crossed by stress or frustration.
Breastfeeding is not a test that is approved or fails. It is a construction, a link, physiological and emotional process. Brinking myths, guaranteeing real support and validating each path is part of building a more human health for mothers and children.
Source: Ambito
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