Resources for Child Care Providers
Child Care Providers play a large role in supporting successful breastfeeding outcomes after parents return to the workforce. Check out the links below for some key resources in breastfeeding promotion for your childcare facility and staff.
Breastfed Babies – Welcome Here (USDA)
- “A Mother’s Guide” in English and Spanish
- Posters and graphics
Infant Feeding Guide (USDA) by the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP)
- Training tool for childcare operators (English/Spanish)
- Communication tools for parents
Infant Feeding Guide by the Nebraska Department of Education
- Infant feeding and menu requirements
- Training program for childcare facilities
- Focus on improving 5 Key areas of health, including breastfeeding
Breastmilk Freeze and Thaw Instructions (Downloadable File)- Go NAP SACC
- Guidelines for freezing, thawing, and storing human milk
Breastmilk Storage Locations and Temperature Guidelines (Downloadable File)- Go NAP SACC
- Guidelines for where and how long to store milk