Chelsea Thomson and baby Rio share a moment with nurse Maureen Kent while reviewing breastfeeding tips.

Brigham and Women’s Hospital recently received Baby-Friendly designation from Baby-Friendly USA in recognition of the exceptional evidence-based, patient-centered care and education staff deliver around infant feeding practices.

With this designation, the Brigham officially joins other Baby-Friendly Hospitals in leading the way to ensure that mothers receive the information and support they need to safely and successfully meet their infant’s nutritional needs, whether that means breastfeeding, formula feeding or a combination of the two.

“This designation is a celebration of our practice and the care we provide to mothers and babies at Brigham and Women’s Hospital,” said Katherine Gregory, PhD, RN, associate chief nursing officer for the Connors Center for Women and Newborns. “I am so proud of our entire Connors Center and Brigham team who made the journey to Baby-Friendly designation a success.”

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