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This review examines the operationalisation of OG-IFE within humanitarian health and nutrition systems. Methods: A structured narrative review synthesised evidence on OG-IFE operationalisation. Seven databases were searched for peer-reviewed and grey literature (2017\u20132026). PRISMA-informed screening identified 66 eligible sources. Data were systematically extracted and analysed using inductive thematic synthesis, generating ten themes addressing barriers, facilitators, governance, coordination, service delivery, and system-level approaches to implementing OG-IFE across humanitarian settings. Results: Effective operationalisation depends on integrated systems rather than isolated interventions. Key enablers include institutionalisation within health and emergency systems, multisectoral coordination, trained workforces, community-based delivery platforms, and evidence-informed innovations. Barriers include weak health systems, fragmented coordination, limited financing, sociocultural and gender constraints, inappropriate breastmilk substitute practices, and weak monitoring and accountability systems. Conclusions: The review found that operationalisation of the OG-IFE is constrained more by health and humanitarian system weaknesses than by technical guidance. Effective operationalisation depends on coherent governance, preparedness, financing, workforce capacity, monitoring, regulation, and community engagement. 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