Capacity development tools

BBF has developed a range of capacity development tools designed to equip healthcare professionals, community health workers, and caregivers with the knowledge and skills required to improve maternal and child health outcomes. These tools are tailored to each stage of the life cycle

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For Healthcare Providers

Training modules

for the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative (BFHI) that provide healthcare workers with the skills to support mothers in initiating and continuing breastfeeding.

Workshops and manuals

Training guides and educational resources for government health workers, utilizing tools such as handbooks, handouts, manuals, leaflets, and video presentations. These materials are used in community settings to educate and support mothers and caregivers on proper breastfeeding practices, complementary feeding, and overall child nutrition.

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For Community Health Workers

For Community Health Workers:

Mother Support Group (MSG)

for community volunteer service providers, offering training materials such as flip charts and videos. These resources provide peer support and education to mothers at the community level, ensuring ongoing support for breastfeeding and nutrition through a life-cycle approach.

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For Caregivers and Families

Capacity-building

workshops, advocacy, and counseling sessions that empower caregivers with knowledge on food preparation, hygiene, and age-appropriate feeding practices. These initiatives aim to reduce malnutrition and improve child health by providing both basic and advanced knowledge and skills.

Educational resources

Educational resources on maternal nutrition, infant and young child feeding, and overall health for family members and caregivers involved in child-rearing.

join the success

BBF’s capacity development tools are incorporated into

national training programs supported by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MOHFW), ensuring that healthcare professionals and community workers across Bangladesh are equipped to provide high-quality support to mothers, infants, children, and families.