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WHO issues updated COVID-19 and breastfeeding statement and study

6/24/2020

In light of recent evidence of COVID-19 reactive antibodies in breast milk, the World Health Organization (WHO) has updated their guidance and taken a stronger stance in favor of breastfeeding and skin to skin care.

WHO commentary

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International Comparison of Guidelines for Managing Neonates at the Early Phase of the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic

6/23/2020

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Anna Lavizzari, Claus Klingenberg, Jochen Profit, John A. F. Zupancic, Alexis S. Davis, Fabio Mosca, Eleanor J. Molloy, & Charles C. Roehr, International comparison of guidelines for managing neonates at the early phase of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Pediatric Research. June 2020. doi:10.1038/s41390-020-0976-5

This recent pediatric research article reviews the range of different and sometimes conflicting COVID-19 guidelines from a range of agencies. The article presents a detailed review of ad hoc guidelines and highlight similarities and differences. The authors provide a broad overview of currently applied recommendations highlighting the need for international context-relevant coordination.

Link to Article

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CDC:Interim Guidance on Breastfeeding and Breast Milk Feeds in the Context of COVID-19

6/5/2020

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This interim guidance is intended for healthcare providers who care for breastfeeding women and infants who receive breast milk feeds in the context of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). It is based on what is currently known about SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19, and provides breastfeeding guidance for mothers.

LINK to CDC page

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Milk Handling for COVID-19 Positive or Suspected Mothers in the Hospital Setting

6/5/2020

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HMBANA has produced a detailed infographic with evidence-based information around the handling of human milk in the hospital setting. Please click below for more information.

HMBANA Infographic

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WHO issues updated COVID-19 and breastfeeding statement and study

​International Comparison of Guidelines for Managing Neonates at the Early Phase of the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic

CDC:Interim Guidance on Breastfeeding and Breast Milk Feeds in the Context of COVID-19

Milk Handling for COVID-19 Positive or Suspected Mothers in the Hospital Setting

International Comparison of Guidelines for Managing Neonates at the Early Phase of the SARS-CoV-2 Pandemic