Breastfeeding standards update August 30th, 2022 Toitū te Waiora has released a Moderators’ Interpretation regarding two breastfeeding unit standards – 26801v4 and 26802v3. The unit standards are 6801v4 – Describe the benefits of breastfeeding, available support services, and baby-friendly initiatives; and 26802v3 – Describe information, interactions, and strategies that support breastfeeding, and demonstrate breastfeeding care. The issues were: Codes which are referred to are no longer active. Both unit standards refer to a link to the WHO, which is no longer active. Minor exceptions or amendments to outcome 1 and outcome 2 as listed below. The Moderators’ Interpretation will be in place until the unit standards are reviewed. Here is the document. Please let us know if you have any queries.
