Article
Nursing
Liubov Abolyan, Laura N. Haiek, Irina M. Pastbina, Ragnhild Maastrup
Summary: The study found that Russian neonatal wards generally scored high in supporting breastfeeding, especially in areas such as respect for mothers, continuity of care, having a breastfeeding policy, and rooming-in. However, they scored lower in areas such as family-centered care, antenatal informing, skin-to-skin contact, and human milk use. Most respondents expressed a desire to obtain Neo-BFHI designation in their neonatal wards.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
Review
Pediatrics
Ragnhild Maastrup, Leena Hannula, Mette Ness Hansen, Aino Ezeonodo, Laura N. Haiek
Summary: The Neo-BFHI is an extension of the WHO/UNICEF Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, tailored to meet the needs of infants and families in all levels of neonatal care. It includes Three Guiding Principles and Ten Steps to support breastfeeding, along with adherence to the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk Substitutes. In 2020, WHO/UNICEF published recommendations for breastfeeding small, sick and preterm newborns in line with the Neo-BFHI.
Article
Nursing
Jeffery S. Y. Shing, Kris Y. W. Lok, Daniel Yt Fong, Heidi S. L. Fan, Charlotte L. Y. Chow, Marie Tarrant
Summary: The study aimed to examine the impact of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) on breastfeeding by comparing breastfeeding outcomes in two cohorts recruited before and after the implementation of BFHI. The results showed that the implementation of BFHI was associated with improvements in breastfeeding practices and outcomes.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Andini Pramono, Julie Smith, Siobhan Bourke, Jane Desborough
Summary: This study explores the experiences of midwives in implementing the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative in a Baby-Friendly accredited public hospital in Australia. The results show that time as a critical resource and continuity of care are key issues for midwives in supporting breastfeeding. Despite challenges, midwives remain motivated and committed to supporting breastfeeding.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2022)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Mariana Pujol von Seehausen, Maria Ines Couto de Oliveira, Maria do Carmo Leal, Rosa Maria Soares Madeira Domingues, Cristiano Siqueira Boccolini
Summary: This study aims to estimate the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding during the maternity hospital stay and analyze the association between delivery in a Baby-Friendly Hospital and the outcome. The hypothesis is that accreditation to this program improves exclusive breastfeeding during the hospital stay. Exclusive breastfeeding is essential in reducing neonatal morbidity and mortality.
REVISTA DE SAUDE PUBLICA
(2023)
Review
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Angela K. Bueno, Mireya Vilar-Compte, Valeria Cruz-Villalba, Natalia Rovelo-Velazquez, Elizabeth C. Rhodes, Rafael Perez-Escamilla
Summary: This study conducted a systematic review to evaluate the implementation of the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI), specifically the Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding, in Mexico. The review found gaps in the implementation of the Ten Steps and highlighted the need for transparent monitoring mechanisms and investment in research and evaluation to support adoption and maintenance of the initiative in Mexico.
FRONTIERS IN PUBLIC HEALTH
(2023)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Andini Pramono, Julie Smith, Jane Desborough, Siobhan Bourke
Summary: This study investigated the social value of maintaining the BFHI accreditation in an Australian public hospital, finding that the social return exceeded the investment cost, demonstrating the effectiveness and economic gains of BFHI as a public health intervention. Using a novel tool to calculate the social rate of return, the research showed that BFHI accreditation is an investment in the health and wellbeing of families, communities, and the Australian economy, promoting health equity.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL FOR EQUITY IN HEALTH
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Cosima Lisi, Claudia De Freitas, Henrique Barros
Summary: Early breastfeeding practices are important for later breastfeeding behaviors and can be influenced by multiple factors. Despite the positive influence of the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative on breastfeeding initiation, its impact on the association between maternal country of birth and first day in-hospital breastfeeding in Portugal has not been examined. The initiative helps reduce differences between migrant and native participants, promoting optimal breastfeeding practices among natives.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
Article
Nursing
Heli Makela, Anna Axelin, Terhi Kolari, Tuula Kuivalainen, Hannakaisa Niela-Vilen
Summary: Implementing the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative led to significant improvements in healthcare professionals' breastfeeding attitudes and related hospital practices, including increased rates of skin-to-skin contact, early breastfeeding, and exclusive breastfeeding.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kendall Arslanian, Mireya C. Vilar-Compte, Graciela Teruel, Annel Lozano-Marrufo, Elizabeth C. Rhodes, Amber Hromi-Fiedler, Erika Garcia, Rafael Perez-Escamilla
Summary: A structured method to estimate the first-year cost of implementing Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) staff training was developed using the US and Mexico as case studies. The method used a hospital system-wide costing approach and publicly available data to estimate the average per birth BFHI staff training costs. The results showed that the costs varied based on hospital size and technological capacity, with higher costs in the US compared to Mexico. This method can help healthcare stakeholders advocate for funding to implement the entire BFHI program.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Adrienne Clermont, Josianne El Gemayel, Rola Hammoud, Jiangxia Wang, Hortenzia Beciu, Mona Sinno, Wilma Berends, Nadine Rosenblum, Jessica L. Bienstock, Kristen Byrnes, Roger Samuels
Summary: Implementing the BFHI standards at CMC involved updating hospital policies, changing healthcare staff practices, and improving patient education, leading to a significant increase in exclusive breastfeeding rates. The interrupted time series analysis showed an increase in the EBF rate from 2.4% to 49.0% of all live births, indicating the success of BFHI reforms in promoting breastfeeding practices at the hospital.
BMC PREGNANCY AND CHILDBIRTH
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Cecelia Harrison-Long, Mia Papas, David A. Paul
Summary: The study examined the impact of the Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative on readmissions and emergency department utilization among Medicaid births in Delaware. Results showed that the initiative was associated with increased odds of all cause readmissions within 30 days of birth, but did not change one-year readmissions. While there were no changes in 30-day ED visits at Baby Friendly hospitals, one-year ED visits were reduced.
Article
Nutrition & Dietetics
Alyssa Klein, Charlotte Block, Adil Mansimov, Samat Okenov, Jeniece Alvey, Nazgul Abazbekova, Altrena Mukuria-Ashe
Summary: This study examines the Kyrgyz Republic's efforts to build health professional competency in breastfeeding counselling and support. It finds that while the country has a new policy aligned with BFHI global standards, the policy has not been widely disseminated, lacks guidance on competency monitoring and preservice training, and faces limitations in terms of curriculum, trainers, and resources. The study also highlights the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on BFHI training and service delivery, but recognizes the country's resilience in adapting through individual champions and online training.
MATERNAL AND CHILD NUTRITION
(2023)
Article
Nursing
Miguel A. Marin Gabriel, Laura Domingo Goneche, Irene Cuadrado Perez, Mar Reyne Vergeli, Azul Forti Buratti, Ana Royuela Vicente, Iciar Olabarrieta Arnal, Laura Sanchez, Clara Alonso Diaz, Enrique Criado, Tamara Carrizosa Molina, Sonia Caserio Carbonero, Cristina Casas Satre, Aurora Fernandez-Canadas Morillo
Summary: Research showed that newborns born in Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative accredited centers were more likely to have skin-to-skin contact with their mothers and less likely to be separated from them. The exclusive breastfeeding rate at discharge was higher in these accredited centers.
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2021)
Article
Pediatrics
Rafiq A. Abdul, Catherine O. Agbede, Adesola O. Adekoya, Olufunmilola O. Abolurin, Olufunke O. Obadina
Summary: Implementing the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) programme and promoting breastfeeding faces challenges in Ogun State, Nigeria. The knowledge, attitude, and practice of BFHI among healthcare workers need improvement, and the rate of exclusive breastfeeding among mothers is low.
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Pamela Berens, Miriam Labbok
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2015)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Emily C. Taylor, Nathan C. Nickel, Miriam H. Labbok
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2012)
Article
Public, Environmental & Occupational Health
Karen Bonuck, Alison Stuebe, Josephine Barnett, Miriam H. Labbok, Jason Fletcher, Peter S. Bernstein
AMERICAN JOURNAL OF PUBLIC HEALTH
(2014)
Article
Nursing
Kathleen Parry, Emily Taylor, Pam Hall-Dardess, Marsha Walker, Miriam Labbok
BIRTH-ISSUES IN PERINATAL CARE
(2013)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Elizabeth Jensen, Miriam Labbok
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2011)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Barbara Cameron, Sara Javanparast, Miriam Labbok, Rachel Scheckter, Ellen McIntyre
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2012)
Editorial Material
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Miriam H. Labbok
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2012)
Review
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Miriam H. Labbok, Ali Starling
BREASTFEEDING MEDICINE
(2012)
Article
Nursing
Nathan Christopher Nickel, Miriam H. Labbok, Michael G. Hudgens, Julie L. Daniels
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2013)
Article
Nursing
Ellen Chetwynd, Anne-Marie Meyer, Alison Stuebe, Rebecca Costello, Miriam Labbok
JOURNAL OF HUMAN LACTATION
(2013)
Article
Nursing
Nathan C. Nickel, Emily C. Taylor, Miriam H. Labbok, Bryan J. Weiner, Nancy Williamson
Article
Pediatrics
Miriam H. Labbok
PEDIATRIC CLINICS OF NORTH AMERICA
(2013)
Letter
Pediatrics
Miriam Labbok, Kathleen A. Marinelli, Melissa Bartick, Gerald Calnen, Lawrence M. Gartner, Ruth A. Lawrence, Joan Younger Meek, Jose J. Gorrin-Peralta, Ana M. Parrilla-Rodriguez, Nancy G. Powers
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Paige Hall Smith, Sheryl L. Coley, Miriam H. Labbok, Susan Cupito, Eva Nwokah
INTERNATIONAL BREASTFEEDING JOURNAL
(2012)