In a message dated 12/2/98 2:10:50 PM, Lisa M writes: <<Administration has responded by asking me to submit my suggestions for policies-- whoa, okay! I need some help fast, .......They are also interested in BFHI stuff.>> A few resources: Resource article: 1. McCabe L: Simplify and Energize Policy Development, Nurs Manage 1998:29(10):43-45. Sample Policies: 1. "Providing Breastfeeding Support: Model Hospital Policy Recommendations" : http://www.breastfeeding.org/model-hsp.htm 2. Via Christi Health System, St. Joseph Campus,: Appendix B: Breastfeeding Policies, and Appendix C: Breastfeeding Education Protocols, in *Breastfeeding and Human Lactation, by Riordan and Auerbach*. Supporting Documents: 1. ILCA Standards of Practice For Lactation Consultants 2. AWHONN Guideline For Breastfeeding Support 3. AAP Recommended Breastfeeding Practices 4. JCAHO Requirements PF.1,.2,.3 5. IBLCE Competency Statements Deb Deborah Tobin RN BSN IBCLC LCCE - Hospital based Springfield, Virginia USA In the suburbs outside the Washington DC beltway mailto:[log in to unmask]