South Africa is one of the most unequal countries in the world, and this is tragically evident in the nutritional status of millions of our children. Prof Lisanne du Plessis, registered dietitian, spokesperson for the Association for Dietetics in South Africa (ADSA) and leading academic from Stellenbosch University focused on Public Health and Community Nutrition, chats to Leigh-Anne Williams about breastfeeding has the power to be an equaliser ensuring that no child is left behind when it comes to optimal health and development.