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UNICEF UK Baby Friendly Initiative | Issue 28 – February 2009 |  |
| "A Great Year for Breastfeeding" This quote encapsulated the vibrant sense of optimism at the Baby Friendly Initiative conference in November. Expectations are high for 2009 following the recent announcement that 40 PCTs have received new Department of Health funding to increase breastfeeding rates. In this issue we look back on the conference and the many compelling talks given on subjects such as biological nurturing, peer support models and bed sharing. |
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Also in this month's newsletter
– Meet the UK infant feeding coordinators
– Bristol gets second award
– Looking at the Community Initiative and what it means for you
– An overview of the strategic package initiative
– A full round-up of recent research into breastfeeding
BOURNEMOUTH CONFERENCE ANNOUNCEMENT
Booking is now open for the 2009 Baby Friendly Initiative conference in Bournemouth.
Speakers confirmed so far include:
- Peter Bundred on the effect of breastfeeding on obesity
- Mark Cregan on stem cells in breastmilk
- Kathy Kendall Tackett on postnatal depression in new mothers
The conference takes place on 25 & 26 November. Booking is now available with a reduced 'early bird' discount. See www.babyfriendly.org.uk/conference for further details.
