Infant Nutrition

Infant Nutrition

Monadnock Community Hospital is proud to be designated as a Baby-Friendly Hospital by Baby-Friendly USA, recognizing our commitment to evidence-based maternity and infant care. This means we follow the highest standards in supporting breastfeeding, bonding, and mother-baby care from birth.

Our Commitment to the Baby-Friendly Initiative

The Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding

The Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding for Hospitals and Birth Centers, were outlined by UNICEF/WHO in the 1980’s. The steps for the United States are:

1. Maintain a written breastfeeding policy that is routinely communicated to all health care staff.

2. Train all health care staff in skills necessary to implement this policy.

3. Inform all pregnant women about the benefits and management of breastfeeding.

4. Help mothers initiate breastfeeding within one hour of birth.

5. Show mothers how to breastfeed and how to maintain lactation, even if they are separated from their infants.

6. Give infants no food or drink other than breastmilk, unless medically indicated.

7. Practice “rooming in”– allow mothers and infants to remain together 24 hours a day.

8. Encourage unrestricted breastfeeding.

9. Give no pacifiers or artificial nipples to breastfeeding infants.

10. Foster the establishment of breastfeeding support groups and refer mothers to them on discharge from the hospital or clinic

Monadnock Community Hospital: Birth with Confidence

Why choose The Birthing Suite? We understand that birth is a momentous occasion. Our team of experts provides advanced medical care while fostering a warm, family-centered environment. We support you every step of the way with transparency, personalized care, and comprehensive education programs. Our commitment to safety empowers you to make informed decisions, leading to a positive and memorable birthing experience you can trust.

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