Synopsis: |
This publication contains guidance on the organisation of nutritional and care programmes for infants and young children at all stages of an organised emergency relief response operation. They can be used by national authorities and non-governmental organisations for training personnel responsible for emergency preparedness and response, and for reacting directly on behalf of needy populations during emergencies. Topics covered include: breastfeeding, breast-milk substitutes, complementary feeding, caring for caregivers, malnutrition, early interventions, assessment, intervention and monitoring. |