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

Information from the NHS (UK) about how much to breastfeed.

  2022-08-03 – 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 drinkaware.co.uk fact sheet provides information to women about drinking alcohol and breastfeeding.

  2022-05-04 – Handout

This National Health Service (NHS) (UK) fact sheet provides information to parents on the benefits of breastfeeding.

  2020-03-11 – Handout

An international collection of nutrition guidelines and policy/position statements related to feeding infants and children.

        2022-05-04 – Practice Guideline

A PEN System review on the risks of sharing unpasteurized breastmilk.

    2017-03-01 – Trending Topic

A food fact sheet from the British Dietetic Association (BDA) about adequate fluid intake from water and other sources for good health across the lifespan.

  2023-01-06 – Handout

This policy statement has been prepared and reviewed by the BDA's Paediatric Specialist Group. It provides professionals with information regarding the timing of the introduction of solids and recommended vitamin supplements, particularly vitamin D.

  2020-04-08 – Position Paper/Policy Document