This document outlines the technical guidelines for establishing and operating Human Milk Banks in Viet Nam, providing a basis for health facilities providing maternity and newborn services. 

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.

Provides background information and serves as a leave-behind material at meetings. It provides additional key messaging around the global movement to scale up nutrition, the action steps for policymakers, the power of nutrition, and best feeding practices.

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

Seven posters are placed in health facilities to reinforce messages received during counseling.