>The discussion of giving public credit to a list of doctors who
>strongly support breastfeeding is interesting. But I would just like
>to mention again in case there are LactNetters who are unclear about
>the term "Baby-Friendly" that it can be used only by maternity
>facilities that have been assessed according to the Global Criteria
>for BFHI. It should not be applied to doctors, or clinics, or
>workplaces, or products, or anything other than designated maternity
>facilities.


Not quite true, Helen : )

The UNICEF Baby Friendly in the Community Programme is a 7-step,
accredited award, applicable to all places - not hospitals - who
offer care and support to mothers.


HWN, UK

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