Nepal, Aug. 24 -- As a mom of two, I believe in the magic of breastfeeding. However, the numerous challenges, including the need to be present 24/7 to provide adequate calories, sleepless nights and exhaustion, make the road far from easy. Amid the countless feeding sessions, the power of breastfeeding boosts the body and mind.

World Breastfeeding Week is celebrated every year in the first week of August. It is a time to recognise breastfeeding as a powerful foundation for lifelong health, development and equity. Under the theme, "Prioritise Breastfeeding, Create Sustainable Support Systems", breastfeeding week is celebrated worldwide to ensure a hopeful future not only for children but for societies. In Nepal, where maternal and child h...