Many people have heard that breastfeeding provides the best nutrition for babies and helps protect against disease.

But only 38 percent of infants are exclusively breastfed, according to the World Health Organization (WHO). That’s why the WHO has set a target to increase the breastfeeding rate by 50 percent by 2025.

Help them reach their goal by sharing the infographic below about the benefits of breastfeeding and supportive policies for mothers.

For more an overview of breastfeeding, visit Tanner’s Health Library.