Dear world breastfeeding week wbw 2015 celebrants and supporters, seasons greetings from the waba secretariat. This includes premature and sick newborns, with rare exceptions. Restoring breastfeeding as the optimal feeding choice for infants. Breastfeeding rate on discharge from maternity units % births in 2015 births in 2014 range % range public hospitals 85. The world alliance for breastfeeding action waba developed wbw in an effort to protect, promote and support breastfeeding on a global level. People are used to celebrating world breastfeeding week from the 1 st august to the 7 th august to give the people every knowledge about the positive effects of the breastfeeding.
The amino acids in breast milk, the building blocks of proteins, are well balanced for the human baby, as are the sugars primarily lactose and fats. In 2002, the european parliament took steps in this regard and passed a resolution. August 1 7 is dedicated to promoting international breastfeeding. Jul 30, 2009 world breastfeeding week wbw is celebrated in more than 120 countries each year during the first week of august to raise awareness and support for breastfeeding. Comfort and her daughter had come to the multnomah county office of women, infants and children wic for a celebration in honor of world breastfeeding week. World breastfeeding week 2017 history the objectives. Aug 07, 2015 dear world breastfeeding week wbw 2015 celebrants and supporters, seasons greetings from the waba secretariat. See more ideas about breastfeeding, world breastfeeding week, breastfeeding week. World breastfeeding zoo event sponsored by hospital.
World breastfeeding week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7. This years themesupport for mothersfocuses on providing encouragement and assistance to women who choose to nurse. What started as an idea to commemorate the innocenti declaration in 1991 has turned into an annual campaign which waba has successfully coordinated and organised for the past 23 years. World breastfeeding week wbw is an annual celebration of the role of breastfeeding in our homes, our communities, and the world. A mothers milk contains the right amount of fat, protein, sugar and water required for. World breastfeeding week press release gaborone, 7th august, 2014 today marks the last day of the commemoration of world breastfeeding week. By linking breastfeeding to the sdgs, the breastfeeding movement and beyond will be able to connect with a variety of development issues over the next. Imagine a world where babies are thriving because their mothers are breastfeeding themthats the goal of world breastfeeding week during aug. Exclusive breastfeeding % of children under 6 months data. World health organization breastfeeding website external icon. Aug 01, 2015 world breastfeeding week the waba world breastfeeding week wbw is celebrated every year from 1st 7th august in over 176 countries. Escarioroxas for world breastfeeding week 2011, kuala. Who 10 facts on breastfeeding world health organization. World breastfeeding week 2015 world alliance for breastfeeding action waba support maternity protection and workfamily policies.
Did you know that the american academy of pediatrics states that human milk is the preferred feeding for all infants. World breastfeeding week kicks off with story telling contest. World breastfeeding week august 1 to 7 argentinian mp, ms. Organized by the world alliance for breastfeeding action waba, world breastfeeding week began in 1991 as one unique unifying social mobilisation event that can build solidarity and action according to the events original website. World breastfeeding week2015 world breastfeeding week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7 august in more than 170 countries to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world. According to the 26 august data of wbw website, 540 events have been held worldwide by more than 79 countries with 488 organizations and 406,620 participants for the world breastfeeding week 2010.
In 2009, world breastfeeding week from august 1 to 7 aims to draw attention to the vital role that breastfeeding. World breastfeeding week the waba world breastfeeding week wbw is celebrated every year from 1st 7th august in over 176 countries. The issue was widely circulated, prompting discussions and deliberations into looking for sustainable solutions to the above mentioned problems. World breastfeeding week 2017 history the objectives of wbw 2017 are to inform, anchor, engage and galvanize. Check out a photo essay for world breastfeeding week 2015 which aims to empower women to combine work with breastfeeding and raising their children. Close to mothers, highlights breastfeeding peer counselling. World breastfeeding week, 17 august 2015 lactation matters. Globally, only 40% of infants under six months of age are exclusively breastfed. World breastfeeding week 2015 world breastfeeding week is celebrated every year from 1 to 7 august in more than 170 countries to encourage breastfeeding and improve the health of babies around the world.
It commemorates the innocenti declaration signed in august 1990 by government. It was the first of three august events offering massages for moms and babies, face painting, cooking demos, door prizes and towering platters of fresh fruits and vegetables. World breastfeeding week, celebrated this year from 17 august, is an annual event highlighting the critical importance of breastfeeding for children across the globe. World breastfeeding week wbw is an annual celebration which is being held every year from. Jul 12, 2015 this years world breastfeeding week wbw will focus on supporting working women who choose to breastfeed in the workplace. Aug 1, 20 explore goldlactperis board world breastfeeding week celebrations. Inform to inform people about the new sustainable development goals sdgs and how they relate to breastfeeding and infant and young child feeding iycf. As the society has progressed, its culture, demographics, social. A broad approach using the sustainability theme is thus relevant and inclusive. This week is world breastfeeding week, an observance started in 1992 by the world alliance for breastfeeding action to promote exclusive breastfeeding for the first six months of life. World breastfeeding trends initiative uk report 2016. Aug 07, 2009 breastfeeding is the best way to provide newborns with the nutrients they need. The slogan of world breastfeeding week wbw 2020 is breastfeeding. Ten steps to successful breastfeeding between the 2015 and 2016 surveys, significant improvement or deterioration 10%.
Pdf in the aftermath of world breastfeeding week, leading academics in. The world breastfeeding week wbw 2017 theme sustaining breastfeeding together. World breastfeeding week 2015 is just round the corner. Aug 06, 2015 comfort and her daughter had come to the multnomah county office of women, infants and children wic for a celebration in honor of world breastfeeding week. Aug 5, 2016 world breastfeeding week 2014 is august 1 7. English pdf, 301kb waba world breastfeeding week 17 august 2010 pdf. Inform to inform people about the new sustainable development goals sdgs and how they relate to breastfeeding and infant and young child feeding iycf firmly anchor to firmly anchor breastfeeding as a key component of sustainable development galvanise to galvanize a variety of. The nutritional advantages of breast milk are certainly numerous. Whether a woman is working in the formal, nonformal or home setting, it is necessary that she is empowered in claiming her and her babys right to breastfeed. This theme revisits the 1993 wbw theme women, work. We are one month from world breastfeeding week, 17 august 2015. County representatives will judge displays between august 17. World alliance for breastfeeding action waba is a global network of individuals and organisations dedicated to the protection, promotion and support of breastfeeding worldwide based on the innocenti declarations, the ten links for nurturing the future and the whounicef global strategy for infant and young child feeding. A key to sustainable development, we are proud to announce that journal of human lactation jhl is making available 10 essential articles to everyone free through 1 september 2016.
World breastfeeding week is an annual, global celebration that takes place the first week in august. Even when mothers are able to get off to a good start, all too often in the weeks or months after delivery there is a sharp decline in breastfeeding rates and practices, particularly exclusive breastfeeding. This memorandum provides information and guidance for federal agencies on employer support for nursing mothers. Breastfeeding is the best way to provide newborns with the nutrients they need. Department of health and human services hhs, office on womens health owh have partnered to provide resources and information during world breastfeeding week august 17, 2015, and a webinar on this topic on tuesday. Organized by world alliance for breastfeeding action in collaboration with the world health organization who and the united nations childrens fund unicef, this event encourages breastfeeding to improve the lives of mothers, children, and. World breastfeeding week wbw is an annual celebration which is being held every year from 1 to 7 august in more than 120 countries. Breastfeeding is the best way to provide infants with the nutrients they need. Shop world breastfeeding week tshirt created by koscira. What started as an idea to commemorate the innocenti declaration in 1991 has turned into an annual campaign which waba has successfully coordinated and organized for the past 23 years. This year, the world alliance for breastfeeding actions waba world breastfeeding week wbw theme is lets make it work. The san diego county breastfeeding coalition 2017 world breastfeeding week hospital contest ideas. It reflects the goal of the global health community to come together to ensure that breastfeeding is sustained and prioritized in households, especially in the worlds poorest communities where it is critical.
This years world breastfeeding week wbw theme, breastfeeding support. Botswana just like the rest of the world has set aside the week to reflect on how the country could support and strengthen breast feeding practices. Mothers when they give birth to the child feeds their small baby lots of milk with their breast. As we approach the end of 2015, waba would like to sincerely thank all wbw celebrants from across the world who celebrated world breastfeeding week so positively and enthusiastically. Breastfeeding and the use of human milk external icon. World breastfeeding week is a time to celebrate the role breastfeeding plays in providing children with the healthiest start in life. Once you share your pledge, waba will put you on our map. Breastfeeding is one of the most effective ways to ensure child health and survival. See more ideas about world breastfeeding week, breastfeeding, breastfeeding week.
Why invest, and what it will take to improve breastfeeding practices. Whounicef, global strategy for infant and young child feeding. Aug 06, 2015 this memorandum provides information and guidance for federal agencies on employer support for nursing mothers. World breastfeeding week, celebrated this year from 17 august, is an annual event highlighting the critical importance of. Department of health and human services hhs, office on womens health owh have partnered to provide resources and information during world breastfeeding week august 17, 2015, and a webinar on this topic on. World breastfeeding week wbw is celebrated in more than 120 countries each year during the first week of august to raise awareness and support for breastfeeding. Victoria donda perez breastfeeding her daughter during a recent parliamentary session. Waba is in consultative status with unicef and an ngo in special. Jul 10, 2015 imagine a world where babies are thriving because their mothers are breastfeeding themthats the goal of world breastfeeding week during aug. Viewing a world map of countries which have implemented legal. The pennsylvania resource organization for lactation consultants sponsors a display contest. Aug 02, 2018 world breastfeeding week wbw is an annual celebration of the role of breastfeeding in our homes, our communities, and the world. If breastfeeding were scaled up to near universal levels, about 820 000 child lives would be saved every year 1.
We hope you will join us in learning about the theme, sharing the world breastfeeding week materials, and checking out the ilca wbw popup store. This years world breastfeeding week wbw will focus on supporting working women who choose to breastfeed in the workplace. Celebrate breastfeeding at dohpinellas on july 31 florida. Firmly anchor to firmly anchor breastfeeding as a key component of sustainable development.
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