A while ago, I spoke with a nurse about her hospital’s efforts to earn the Baby-Friendly Hospital designation. She said the requirements had her hospital…
Every testing cycle, candidates ask me what kinds of exam questions they should expect. So much content can be considered fair game, and that includes…
Becoming a Baby-Friendly™ designated hospital is not a quick process. There are many requirements and moving parts. Because it’s a long process, so much can…
People who object to the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) often think that 100% of babies must be breastfed. That’s just not true. Although an effective…
I often hear that one of the big obstacles to “going Baby-Friendly” is getting the boss to say yes! I’m not surprised. The truth is,…
I often hear that one of the big obstacles to “going Baby-Friendly” is getting the boss to agree to a policy proposal! I’m not surprised.…
Last week, a woman who was having her second baby (by repeat cesarean surgery) asked if I would come to the hospital with her. I…
As part of the World Breastfeeding Week 2018, we are urged to engage with individuals and organizations for greater impact. Many people engage by bringing cookies…
There are many reasons for why hospitals “can’t” go Baby-Friendly, but experience shows that when the obstacles are addressed, they actually can. I’ve addressed “Be” objections and “Do”…
I’ve warned against writing long-winded, rambling policies, and I’ve tackled the “bare bones” of what to include in your policy statement. But what is the…