When an infant receives breast milk as her only form of nutrition, this type of feeding is known as:

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Exclusive breastfeeding means that the infant receives breast milk as the only source of nutrition. No other foods, drinks, or supplements, including water, are given to the baby. This type of feeding is recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) for the first six months of life, as breast milk provides all the necessary nutrients and antibodies to help the baby grow and develop healthily. After six months, complementary foods can be introduced while continuing to breastfeed until at least one year of age.

When an Infant Receives Breast Milk as Her Only Form