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WHO (World Health Organisation) Baby Friendly Hospital Accreditation

Ballarat Health Services is accredited as a Baby Friendly Hospital.
For women choosing to breastfeed the following apply. The 10 steps we continuously maintain for this renowned accreditation are:

  • Have a written breast feeding policy;
  • Educate all staff on the policy;
  • Educate all pregnant women about the benefits and management of breastfeeding;
  • Help mothers to breastfeed within