A synthesis of the recommendations and evidence regarding lactation.

     2024-01-02 – Summary of Recommendations and Evidence

A collection of websites supporting lactation (chest- and breastfeeding) and the Baby Friendly Initiative.

       2022-05-03 – Website

This National Library of Medicine peer reviewed database for professionals provides information on drugs and chemicals and their effects on breastmilk and lactation. Where appropriate, therapeutic alternatives are provided.

   2020-01-08 – Other

A collection of PEN handouts that are lactation friendly.

  2018-11-26 – Handout Collection

This French Public Health Agency of Canada manual provides professionals with information and strategies to develop community programs that support breastfeeding.

  2022-05-10 – Community Resources

This Public Health Agency of Canada manual provides professionals with information and strategies to develop community programs that support breastfeeding.

  2022-05-10 – Community Resources

A consumer fact sheet by the Canadian Paediatric Society providing an overview of infant jaundice.

  2022-05-10 – Handout

These WHO guidelines provide professionals with evidence-based recommendations on protecting, promoting and supporting breastfeeding including establishing breastfeeding, feeding practices and needs of infants and creating an enabling environment.

          2022-05-10 – Manual/Guide

This whiteboard animationvideo (6.43 minutes) from the Shibogama First Nations Council encourages young indigenous women to breastfeed their babies by providing information on the benefits to mother and child.

  2022-05-03 – Audio/Visual

This Public Health Agency of Canada handout provides tips to make a mother's breastfeeding experience more successful and enjoyable.

  2022-05-04 – Handout