position Statements

Official ABM Position Statements on Key Issues

ABM has issued several Position Statements on core topics related to breastfeeding medicine. These statements serve the broader purpose of promoting, protecting, and supporting the importance of breastfeeding worldwide. Check back periodically, as these statements may be updated to reflect new findings and the views of our members.

Breastfeeding As a Basic Human Right

ABM Statement on Shortage of Infant Formula

ABM Clinical Statements

Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Position Statement on Ankyloglossia in Breastfeeding Dyads - German Translation

Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine Positions Statement on Informal Breast Milk Sharing for the Term Healthy Infant - Hebrew Translation

 ABM Statements on Diversity & Equity