EBF

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EBF
Stands forExclusively breastfed (or breastfeeding)
CategoriesTexting & Internet Slang

EBF stands for Exclusively breastfed (or breastfeeding), a parenting forum abbreviation.

Describes a baby fed only breast milk, with no formula, water or solid food, or the practice itself, as in "LO is EBF." Common in parenting forums, pediatric advice and feeding trackers.

Example: EBF for six months, and we start solids next week, wish us luck.

Usage notes

The World Health Organization recommends exclusive breastfeeding for about the first six months of life, followed by continued breastfeeding with solid foods. Forums offer support for latch problems, supply worries and returning to work. Related codes include BF, FF (formula feeding) and EP (exclusively pumping).

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  • FF – Formula feeding
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  • FTM – First-time mom
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