Structure of the Neo-MILK intervention based on the work packages (WP).
The lactation and breastfeeding support programme will include the following preliminary elements, which are based on the 10 steps of the WHO’s baby-friendly hospital initiative (BFHI) [For this purpose, it is essential to learn more about the status quo of care, as well as the actual needs of mothers and caregivers (NICU physicians and nurses). The breastfeeding and lactation support programme, as well as the HDMB implementation concept will be based on the following preliminary WP. Wherever necessary, additional ad hoc surveys will be conducted to further the development of the intervention package.Essential to the development of the standards for the implementation of the HDMB are the legal report (WP E) to be prepared as part of the project, as well as the infectious/hygienic recommendations (WP F).In addition to the development of the intervention, the implementation of the intervention in 15 NICUs, as well as the evaluation of this intervention will take place within the scope of the Neo-MILK project.