This poster is designed to guide healthcare staff at human milk banks on the appropriate conditions for storing donor human milk.

A map of Centers of Excellence for Breastfeeding facilities in Viet Nam (updated in September 2023).

Centers of Excellence for Breastfeeding
To be a center of excellence, a facility must…

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.

Identifies actions during pregnancy and the first 2 years to improve nutrition and the impact on child health, education, and economic development.