What needs are unmet?
Strategic Issue 1
Despite efforts to improve breastfeeding rates in Hartlepool, rates still remain below the wider region and UK suggesting an existing unmet need
Strategic Issue 2
Despite existing support available to vulnerable groups e.g. young mothers, and those with lower socioeconomic backgrounds, breastfeeding rates remain low in these groups suggesting an unmet nee.
Strategic Issue 3
Stage 2 UNICEF accreditation has been achieved however Stage 3 accreditation is in progress. Breastfeeding is not widely supported across businesses suggesting potential for improvement.