A woman who recently arrived from Africa insists upon feeding her infant honey prior to her milk coming in. This statement leads the nurse to believe that the woman should re-ceive further education on infant feeding practices
Indicate whether the statement is true or false
F
For many cultures in Southern Asia, the Pacific Islands, and parts of sub-Saharan Africa, the babies are fed a prelacteal food such as honey or clarified butter. It is the belief that these substances will help clear out the meconium.
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