NCBfC SAFE Infant Feeding

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A reminder for World Breastfeeding Week that breastfeeding is the safest and most reliable way to feed your infant in a disaster. You can find a number of key resources and training to support your local, regional, and state feeding and sheltering operations from our colleagues at https://safeinfantfeeding.org/

Emergency Planning and Guidance for Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies (IYCF-E): Analysis of U.S. State Policy in Relation to Global Standards
As climate-related disasters increase, protecting infant feeding is essential. This publication finds that most U.S. state emergency plans lack guidance on breastfeeding support, safe infant formula use, and infant feeding in emergencies, highlighting critical opportunities to strengthen preparedness and protect infant health.
Read the full article:
https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2212420926003353

SAFE attended a disaster simulation with New Hanover Disaster Coalition. The simulation offered an opportunity to practice a realistic disaster scenario focused on coordination, communication, and problem-solving.

SAFE attended a disaster stimulation with New Hanover Disaster Coalition. The stimulation offered an opportunity to practice a realistic disaster scenario focused on coordination, communication, and problem-solving.

Thank you for allowing us to share information on Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies and the importance of building systems, partnerships, and plans before the next crisis.

The SAFE Team participated in an IYCF-E training with !