National Infant And Young Child Feeding Policy

Fecha

This policy is to promote, encourage and educate women, nurses, nutritionists, physicians, health care providers and the general public about the importance of breastfeeding during the first two years of life which represents a critical time for preventing malnutrition, including stunting, wasting, overweight, and obesity through optimal feeding. The promotion of optimal infant and young child feeding (IYCF) practices during the early years is a key intervention to improve child survival and promote healthy growth and development.

Objetivo general

To promote and foster adequate nutrition during infancy and early childhood which is essential for healthy growth and development enabling children to reach their full potential

Beneficiarios
Infants, children, women (pregnant and lactating)
Tipo
Específico de la Acción o Instrumento
Temas / Capítulos
A. Integración de la dinámica poblacional
B. Niñez, adolescencia y juventud
Medidas prioritarias directas