Summary
Strategic Issue 1
There is work to be done to improve and increase breastfeeding rates in Hartlepool.
What needs to be done
Offer a Tongue Tie Support Clinic (staff currently in Training to support with this).
Strategic Issue 2
There is work to be done to increase rates of breastfeeding in vulnerable groups such as young mothers, and those with lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
What needs to be done
Targeted support for vulnerable groups especially young mothers, and those with lower socioeconomic backgrounds.
Strategic Issue 3
There is work to be done to acheive Stage 3 Unicef accreditation (Family Hubs & Health Visitors) and involve more local business supporting breastfeeding in Hartlepool.
What needs to be done
Stage 2 Accreditation achieved in 2025 with Unicef (Hartlepool Family Hubs & Health Visiting Team). Continue to Stage 3 Unicef accreditation (Family Hubs & Health Visitors) and involve more local business supporting breast feeding in Hartlepool.