Buddhism and breastfeeding.
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Buddhism is an ancient religion that began in India and spread throughout Asia. It is prevalent in modern Japan. Breastfeeding has been a strong practice for centuries with the custom being to continue until the child is 6 or 7 years of age. The Edo period was very influential in establishing breastfeeding customs that continue today.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Breastfeeding medicine : the official journal of the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine
دوره 3 2 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2008