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IYCN Project
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Brief
Africa
English
This brief summarizes a review of literature on community breastfeeding support programs to inform the creation and implementation of similar programs. It contains large amounts of information on types of interventions, program designs, and program impacts. The review makes several general recommendations for programs. First, it includes recommended models that have historically been successful. Second, it recommends strengthening specific aspects of extant programs whenever possible. Third, it recommends supporting community action through the whole health system. Fourth, it advises that a wide range of approaches should be considered viable. Specific recommendations as to implementation and training are also included.
Community interventions to promote optimal breastfeeding (PDF, 2.1 MB)