NMC Council approves future midwife standards
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) has approved a new set of standards to fully prepare midwives of the future.
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The Lancet Global Health: Worldwide 1 in 7 babies born with a low birthweight
New study from the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine, WHO and UNICEF estimates that around 1 in 7 babies were born with a low birthweight globally in 2015 - 20.5 million babies.
Breastfeeding reduces child obesity risk by up to 25%, WHO finds
A World Health Organization (WHO) study of 16 countries across Europe has found that breastfeeding can cut the chances of a child becoming obese by up to 25%.
New report examines Nestlé’s infant milk products and claims
A new report has found that Nestle has not fulfilled expressed commitments to remove vanilla compounds from certain products, and to remove contradictory nutritional advice on sucrose and vanilla flavourings.
Channel 4 Dispatches: The Great Formula Milk Scandal
New mum Kate Quilton returns to Channel 4 Dispatches to ask if formula milk is being priced fairly, and whether claims made for it are unbiased and scientifically accurate.
Resources for Safer Sleep
Our collection of resources provide support and information for parents and health professionals to learn more about safe sleep.
Health Select Committee highlights crucial importance of first 1000 days
The Health and Social Committee's new report, First 1000 days of Life, discusses the profound impact that experiences in this period can have on children's health and life chances.
NHS Long Term Plan recommends Baby Friendly
We are delighted that the new NHS Long Term Plan recommends Unicef UK Baby Friendly accreditation across all maternity services and includes a focus on improved support for families with infants in neonatal care.
PHE publishes statement on breastfeeding and dental health
Public Health England (PHE) has published a statement highlighting the importance of breastfeeding in protecting infant dental health.
London Food Strategy supports Baby Friendly accreditation
The Mayor's new London Food Strategy sets out plans to help all Londoners access healthy, affordable and sustainable food - including support for breastfeeding and encouraging boroughs to go for Baby Friendly accreditation in maternity and community services.