UNICEF AND PROGRAMA ADVANCING NUTRITION DA USAID
This document is a Portuguese-language guide for caregivers and healthcare providers on infant feeding practices during the COVID-19 pandemic.
2020
Abstract
The guide provides recommendations and guidelines for mothers who are suspected or confirmed to have COVID-19, as well as for those who are caring for infants in these situations. The document covers various topics, including: 1. General recommendations for infant feeding during the COVID-19 pandemic 2. Precautions to take when caring for an infant while infected with COVID-19 3. How to express breastmilk safely and feed the infant with a cup 4. How to prepare and feed infant formula safely 5. When to seek medical advice and consultation The guide emphasizes the importance of proper hand hygiene, use of masks, and proper cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and equipment to prevent the transmission of COVID-19. It also provides detailed instructions on how to express breastmilk, prepare infant formula, and feed the infant safely. Overall, the document aims to provide caregivers and healthcare providers with the necessary guidance and information to ensure the safe and healthy feeding of infants during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Classification
USAID Advancing Nutrition