What feeding practice is recommended for infants from birth to about 6 months of age?
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Correct answer: Feed only breast milk or iron-fortified formula, no other liquids or solids
Infants from birth to about 6 months should be fed only breast milk (or iron-fortified formula if breast milk is unavailable) because it meets all nutritional requirements.
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