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Devon & Cornwall Babies Breastfed More!
10 Dec, 2025
Summary
- Breastfeeding rates in Devon and Cornwall exceed the national average.
- Six in ten babies in the region are breastfed around six to eight weeks old.
- The National Childbirth Trust welcomes the 'encouraging' rise in figures.
Breastfeeding rates in Devon and Cornwall have seen a significant increase, with new government figures indicating a trend higher than the national average for England. This positive development marks the highest rates recorded since data collection began in 2015.
Recent statistics from the Department of Health and Social Care reveal that approximately six out of ten babies across Devon and Cornwall continue to be breastfed at around six to eight weeks of age. This sustained practice highlights a growing commitment to breastfeeding within the region.
Charitable organizations, such as the National Childbirth Trust, have lauded this upward trend. They have described the increase as 'encouraging,' underscoring the community's support for new parents and their feeding choices.
