Proactive steps to establish breastfeeding corners

It's commendable to see and share the local government's initiatives, who are taking proactive steps to establish breastfeeding corners. Kailari Rural Municipality initiated the establishment of 5 child-friendly breastfeeding corners across various wards and health centers, filling a previous void in such facilities prior to the UNICEF Nepal-supported program implementation by Seto Gurans NCDS: सेतो गुराँस राष्ट्रिय बाल विकास सेवा. These corners, designed to cater to breastfeeding mothers and their children, were effectively managed within the local government office, ward office, and health post/centers, which elevated frequency of public visits to office, health post/centers accompanied by children.

Furthermore, such initiatives by the local government in creating and managing breastfeeding-friendly spaces can have several positive impacts:

- Community Health Promotion: By establishing breastfeeding corners, the local governments are contributing to the promotion of optimal infant nutrition and maternal health.

- Public Awareness and Education: It can help dispel myths, reduce stigma, and encourage a supportive community attitude towards breastfeeding.

- Inclusivity in Public Spaces: Breastfeeding corners contribute to making public spaces more inclusive and family-friendly, which creates environments that are welcoming and supportive of diverse community needs.

- Employee Support: Breastfeeding-friendly facilities demonstrates support for working mothers.

- Long-term Impact on Public Health: Indeed, the local government’s support in breastfeeding has long-term public health benefits. Breastfed infants are less prone to certain infections and chronic diseases, and breastfeeding has positive effects on maternal health.

# We adhere such initiatives by the respective local governments and continue promoting such campaigns that contribute to the overall well-being of families.