European Journal of Cardiovascular Medicine

Background: Breastfeeding is an ancient social custom, an unparalleled and most determinant way of giving ideal and safest food for the optimum development of vulnerable infants which fulfills all nutritional needs. WHO proposes exclusive breastfeeding during the 1st six months and introduction of safe complimentary feeds from 6 months onwards with continuation of breastfeeding till 2years of life. This study intends to give a better understanding of not only breastfeeding behaviors, but also of practices regarding formula feeding in 'upper middle class' population. Aims and Objective: To assess the knowledge, and practices of breastfeeding mothers with Children less than 2 years