Brief
Apr 09 2019
Alive & Thrive Burkina Faso 2017-2022
A&T’s work in Burkina Faso began as a partnership with the Ministry of Health (MoH) to implement the National Scale Up Plan for Infant and Young Child Feeding (2013-2025).
Brief
Apr 05 2019
Briefing note: Breastmilk for all babies: Tu Du Hospital human milk bank
For infants unable to receive breastmilk from their mothers, human milk banks (HMBs) serve a vital role. Since 2017, with assistance from A&T and support from Irish Aid, Tu Du Hospital has been working to establish the country’s second HMB.
Brief
Mar 30 2019
Breastfeeding in Myanmar: Progress, opportunities, and recommendations for the nutrition community
In Myanmar, the prevalence of exclusive breastfeeding among infants under six months of age has increased substantially, according to data from the 2009–2010 Myanmar Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey (MICS) and the 2015–2016 Myanmar Demographic and Health Survey (MDHS).
Brief
Feb 01 2019
Briefing note: Making space for human milk banks: Lessons learned from Viet Nam
Human milk bank (HMB) services are an essential component of a breastfeeding-friendly health system. HMB services give at-risk infants, such as those born pre-term or low birthweight, access to the multiple benefits of breastmilk when they need it most.
Brief
Feb 01 2019
Briefing note: Ensuring every infant has access to breastmilk: Human milk banks in the ASEAN region
The first six months of life are critical for child health and development. Breastmilk provides all the nutrients infants need during this period, supporting brain development and reducing the risk of infection and malnutrition.
Brief
Jan 22 2019
Human milk for all infants: A comprehensive approach to early newborn care (Myanmar)
In preparation for a national advocacy meeting on human milk banking in Myanmar, A&T worked with UNICEF to develop a brief on human milk banking as a component of a breastfeeding-friendly health systems.