Governor Abercrombie has proclaimed August as breastfeeding awareness month.
A ceremony was held this morning at the governor’s office.
The governor says the purpose of the proclamation is to support programs that encourage breastfeeding, which he says is not just a woman’s issue.
It is not isolated it is seen in conjunction with prenatal care on up to 8 years old so children are fully and totally prepared to become healthy adults," said Governor Neil Abercrombie.
The U.S. Surgeon General recommends feeding a baby only breast milk until six months of age.
According to a report released this year by the CDC only 16% of babies nationwide were exclusively breastfed at six months old.
That number was higher here in Hawaii, at nearly 21%.
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