The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative endorsed by the World Health Organization (WHO)and the United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF)was founded to encourage institutions to offer optimal levels of care for lactating mothers.Which actions are included in the "Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding for Hospitals"?
(Select all that apply).

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No artificial teats or pacifiers (also called dummies or soothers)should be given to breastfeeding infants.Although pacifiers have been linked to a reduction in SIDs,they should not be introduced until the infant is 3 to 4 weeks old and breastfeeding is well established.No other food or drink should be given to the newborn unless medically indicated.The breastfeeding policy should be routinely communicated to all health care staff members.All staff should be trained in the skills necessary to maintain this policy.Breastfeeding should be initiated withn½ hour of childbirth,and all mothers need to be shown how to maintain lactation even if separated from their babies.The facility should practice rooming in and keep mothers and babies together 24 hours a day.

The Baby Friendly Hospital Initiative Endorsed by the World Health