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Good hygiene (cleanliness) practices prevent disease

Generic C-IYCF Package (2012) (UNICEF | 2011)
Good hygiene (cleanliness) practices prevent disease

Key Messages

  • Good hygiene (cleanliness) is important to avoid diarrhoea and other illnesses.
  • Wash your hands with soap and water before preparing foods and feeding baby.
  • Wash your hands and your baby’s hands before eating.
  • Wash your hands with soap and water after using the toilet and washing or cleaning baby’s bottom.
  • Feed your baby using clean hands, clean utensils and clean cups.
  • Use a clean spoon or cup to give foods or liquids to your baby.
  • Do not use bottles, teats or spouted cups since they are difficult to clean and can cause your baby to become sick.
  • Store the foods to be given to your baby in a safe clean place.

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