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This study aimed to assess the local context regarding the use and dissemination of practices such as prenatal classes, immediate and post-delivery SSC, rooming-in, and the management of discharge and post-discharge care. Methods: This study is a cross-sectional survey across all 29 birth centers in two regions of Southern Italy. An online questionnaire was distributed to all neonatal units, and local data were compared with national, European, and global datasets. Results: Childbirth preparation classes were offered by 38% of centers. Fifteen centers routinely implemented SSC in the first two hours postpartum, while 12 centers used SSC for a shorter duration. Rooming-in was practiced in all centers, with 8 of 29 centers (27.6%) offering it on a full 24 h basis. A brief postpartum follow-up dedicated to breastfeeding support was provided in 12 of 29 centers (41.4%), and 6 centers offered a dedicated telephone breastfeeding consultation service. 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