The Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative outlines 10 steps that support the initiation of breastfeeding. The 10 Steps consist of evidence-based practices that have been proven to increase breastfeeding initiation and duration. Hospitals that have become Baby-Friendly have breastfeeding rates well above the national average. Endorsed and promoted by all major maternal and child health authorities, including CDC.
UNICEF, WHO , 2012
Evidence Rating:
III
Cost:
N/A
Additional Info:
Topics:
Breastfeeding
Perinatal Periods:
Parenting Postpartum
Resource types:
Model Organizational Policies
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