Midwives’ education in a human milk bank of a baby friendly hospital in Greece

It is widely known that education of mothers in storing their own milk and breastfeeding by midwives is essential for promoting  and maintaining breastfeeding, especially for preterm infants. Midwives are key health providers who care for women and children during perinatal period. The authors aimed to highlight the training of midwives in human milk banking in a Greek Baby Friendly Hospital (BFH) based on the European Milk Banks (EMBA) guidelines. Their education includes practical and theoretical training.  It is vital that midwives provided the skills to succeed in their roles effectively for the health of women, infants, and families.