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NICE, 2008 cont’d Interventions to improve the nutrition of pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and children in low-income households. National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence, Maternal health Early years Health services and community settings -train doctors, dietitians, pharmacists and other health professionals to promote and support breastfeeding ...using BFI training as a minimum standard. Health professionals & service managers Ensure all those who work in maternity and children’s services, including receptionists, volunteers and ancillary staff, are made fully aware of the importance of breastfeeding and help to promote a supportive environment. Midwives and health visitors should ensure pregnant women and their partners are offered breastfeeding information, education and support on an individual or group basis. This should be provided by someone trained in breastfeeding management and should be delivered in a setting and that best meets the woman’s needs.
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