POLICY AND GUIDELINE ON BREAST MILK BANK: A SYSTEMATIC REVIEW

Abstract

This systematic review delves into global breast milk policies, addressing their impact on maternal and child health. Recognizing the pivotal role of breastfeeding in public health, the introduction underscores the need for a nuanced examination of existing policies. The problem statement highlights gaps in current approaches, prompting the systematic review to inform evidence-based improvements. Employing a rigorous methodology, we provided a systemically review analysis based on Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses (PRISMA) technique for virtual reality implementation. The advanced searching into two powerful databases which are Scopus and Web of Science (WoS). Based on searching, final main data, n = 63 and will be analysis using synthesis approach. The five main themes, which are decided: (1) Acceptance and Perception (2), Operational Aspects and Guidelines and (3) Impact and Practices (4) Cultural Perspectives and Historical Context, and (5) Research and Innovation. Results reveal diverse policies and guidelines available across regions, influencing human milk bank initiation, duration, and associated health outcomes. The review identifies key determinants shaping human milk bank practices, assessing their alignment with global guidelines. The conclusion synthesizes findings, emphasizing the need for context-specific policies. This systematic review offers crucial insights for policymakers, healthcare professionals, and researchers dedicated to advancing global maternal and child health through informed breast milk bank policies.