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.
Public Health England (PHE) has published a statement highlighting the importance of breastfeeding in protecting infant dental health.
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.
In this Information Note, the World Health Organization (WHO) highlights the importance of safeguarding breastfeeding and ending the inappropriate marketing and distribution of breastmilk substitutes for children up to three years of age.
The All Party Parliamentary Group on Infant Feeding and Inequalities (APPGIFI) launches findings from their inquiry into the financial impact of infant formula on family budgets in the UK.
The number of babies being breastfed at 6 to 8 weeks in Scotland has increased from 36% in 2001/02 to 42% in 2017/18, demonstrating the impact of Scotland's strategic approach to infant feeding.
It has been widely reported this week that breastfeeding rates at 6-8 weeks in England have fallen for the second year running.
In a letter to the BMJ, experts have warned that cardboard baby boxes are being promoted for infant sleep as a safe alternative to more traditional cots, bassinets, or Moses baskets, without any evidence in place.
RCPCH'S new report highlights that England is falling behind other European countries in improving child health, and includes Baby Friendly accreditation in maternity units as a key recommendation.
We are delighted that the new London Health Inequalities Strategy includes a recommendation for Baby Friendly accreditation.
