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Pregnancy, birth and the first year in Connecticut, in 14 topics: from who runs maternal and child health to what happens at your newborn's screening.

Baby-Friendly Hospitals

In Connecticut, several hospitals have earned the prestigious Baby-Friendly designation, reflecting their commitment to supporting breastfeeding and mother-baby bonding. From birth, baby-friendly hospitals promote bonding and facilitate nursing for both mothers and infants. To give newborns the best start in life, these hospitals adhere to certain protocols that support lactation, encourage skin-to-skin contact, and assist mothers in beginning nursing.

By fulfilling requirements established by UNICEF and the World Health Organisation (WHO), hospitals can obtain this accreditation through the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI). For Notable Baby-Friendly hospitals in the state click here

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