Baby-Friendly designation

The Baby-Friendly designation is an accreditation awarded to hospitals and birthing facilities that meet specific standards to support and promote breastfeeding. This includes practices like helping mothers initiate breastfeeding soon after birth, providing education about breastfeeding benefits, and creating a supportive environment for nursing. Achieving this status indicates the facility is committed to helping mothers and babies establish a healthy breastfeeding relationship, which benefits the baby's nutrition and immunity, and supports maternal health. The designation is part of a global initiative aimed at improving infant health through breastfeeding support.