World Breastfeeding Week 2026: 14 Myths, Facts Every Nursing Mother Should Know

As the 2026 World Breastfeeding Week comes to a close on Friday, health experts are reminding mothers and families that misinformation about breastfeeding continues to prevent many babies from getting the best possible start in life.
This year’s theme: “Breastfeeding for a Sustainable Start in Life: Strengthen What Works,” highlights the need to expand proven support systems such as skilled breastfeeding counselling, family support and workplace policies that enable mothers to exclusively breastfeed for the first six months and continue breastfeeding up to two years and beyond.
Experts at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Abuja during an antenatal section, say many long-held beliefs a...