Breastfeeding

Part of 2. Questions to the Cabinet Secretary for Health and Social Services – in the Senedd at 2:31 pm on 25 April 2018.

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Photo of Jayne Bryant Jayne Bryant Labour 2:31, 25 April 2018

Thank you, Cabinet Secretary. The benefits of breastfeeding for mothers and babies are well documented. However, it's really important that new mums receive the support that they need. Last year, I was really proud to attend the maternity unit at the Royal Gwent Hospital to see Aneurin Bevan Local Health Board receive the prestigious Baby Friendly award, and to pay tribute to the midwives and support workers for their commitment on this. In addition, progress has been made, with Newport City Council and the health board launching Breastfeeding Welcome. Through displaying a Breastfeeding Welcome logo, organisations show that they'll be friendly and supportive to mothers wanting to breastfeed. How can these initiatives of good practice be supported? And I wonder if you can give us an update on the task and finish group and the progress on that group and indicate when you expect it to report.