In Austria, societal acceptance of breastfeeding decreases significantly as children grow older, according to a survey conducted by baby product manufacturer MAM and market research institute TQS. While most people accept public breastfeeding for infants under six months old, nearly 20% disapprove when the child is one year old, with additional percentages disapproving at two and three years of age. The survey highlights a generational divide, with older individuals more likely to disapprove of extended breastfeeding. This contrasts with medical recommendations from the World Health Organization, which supports breastfeeding up to two years or beyond if both mother and child desire. Mothers who choose to breastfeed longer often face social judgment, highlighting a tension between personal choice and societal expectations.
Bias read (Center): The article presents findings from a survey and references medical guidelines without overtly favoring any side. It discusses societal attitudes toward breastfeeding but does not take a stance on whether these attitudes are justified or biased. The framing remains neutral, focusing on presenting the




