Better BAMA Babies Hospital Recognition Program was formed in 2019, to recognize delivering hospitals who have achieved star status in obstetrical care by surpassing the goals set forth by the Alabama Breastfeeding Committee's Better BAMA Babies Hospital Recognition Program.  The innovation and evidenced-based standards of care are recognized nationally and are endorsed by the following leaders in obstetrical care in Alabama:  Blue Cross/Blue Shield of Alabama, the Alabama Department of Public Health, Alabama Medicaid, the Alabama Chapter of the American Academy of Pediatricians, National American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologist, The March of Dimes, Association of Women's Health, Obstetric and Neonatal Nursing