Oral question asked in the House of Commons, by Philip Hollobone (Conservative). It was answered on Thursday, 12 January 2012 on behalf of the Women and Equalities.
Dieting
- Question
- Given the beneficial effects of breastfeeding on weight loss and on the baby's health, and that Britain has one of the lowest breastfeeding rates of any country in Europe, what work is the Minister doing with the Department of Health to encourage women to breastfeed their babies?
- Answer
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The issues around breastfeeding are very sensitive. We have to find the balance between raising the benefits that breastfeeding can bring and not making people who feel that they cannot breastfeed feel bad about it. The hon. Gentleman raises two important points about weight loss and what is best for babies. It also has benefits in relation to allergies. I work with the Department of Health on all these issues.
Secondary information
- Type
- Oral question
- Reference
- 538 c325
- Session
- 2010-12
- Oral question type
- Supplementary
- Chamber / Committee
- House of Commons chamber
- Subjects
- Diets Women
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