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Elevating Child Care in Durham: A Call to Action for Breastfeeding Support

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Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Survey – Click here to take the survey Welcome to our latest initiative aimed at supporting child care programs, so that they can create lactation friendly environments. We are asking child care providers to participate in a critical survey designed to assess and enhance lactation support across the county’s child care

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Breastfeed Durham Parents’ Choice Awards 2024: Celebrating Inclusivity and Support

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Welcome to the Breastfeed Durham Parents’ Choice Awards 2024! In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month and our ongoing commitment to supporting breastfeeding families, we’re thrilled to invite you to participate in recognizing the most breastfeeding-friendly businesses in Durham. We honor the essence of ‘mothering’—an inclusive, nurturing approach to community care that transcends gender and cultural

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Explore the New Breastfeed Durham Shop: Empowerment through Every Purchase

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We’re excited to bring our community members and advocates a groundbreaking way to support the breastfeeding families in Durham: the Breastfeed Durham shop. This initiative is not only a milestone for our Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities (BFFC) initiative but also a vibrant platform that bridges the gap between advocacy and tangible support. Through the shop,

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SUN Bucks: Summer Food Assistance Program for School-Aged Children

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As we welcome the summer of 2024, a groundbreaking initiative is set to enrich the lives of families across North Carolina. The SUN Bucks program, spearheaded by the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS), promises to alleviate the financial burden of grocery shopping for qualifying families with school-aged children. This initiative is

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Reflecting on the North Carolina Maternal Mortality Review Report 2018-2019

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In March 2024, amidst an ongoing struggle with data and healthcare equity, the North Carolina Maternal Mortality Review Committee (MMRC) released its report covering maternal deaths in the state during 2018 and 2019 and can be found here. This period marks not only a crucial phase in healthcare and policy but also coincides with the birth of

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Breastfeeding Welcome Signs: A Bold Step Towards Inclusivity in Durham

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On April 9, 2024 Breastfeed Durham met with the Durham Art’s Council and Durham Parts and Rec. We were given authorization to order 40 Breastfeeding Welcome here signs for Durham Parks! For those interested in supporting this impactful initiative and owning a piece of its inspiring message, art from the “Breastfeeding Welcome Signs” project can

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Aya Birth & Community Wellness: Open Access Maternity Clinic!

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Aya Birth & Community Wellness is now in Phase I of offering services to the Triangle Community! While they are unable to offer births just yet, they are thrilled to announce their new Open Access Maternity Clinic! Holding true to the midwifery model of care, Aya offers access to affordable Prenatal, Postpartum and Newborn care,

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Breastfeed Durham Shop Launch: Empowering Our Community and Local Businesses

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In a significant step forward for breastfeeding advocacy and community support, Breastfeed Durham is thrilled to announce the launch of the Breastfeeding Communities shop! This initiative is more than just a marketplace; it’s a hub of empowerment, unity, and encouragement for breastfeeding families and the broader Durham community. Our shop offers a unique collection of

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Minority Health Month Calendar of Events

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Editor’s note (September 2026): This post is kept as a record of Breastfeed Durham’s 2024 events; the dates and registration links in it have passed. Celebrate Minority Health Month with Breastfeed Durham! Explore our comprehensive calendar of events aimed at promoting health equity and supporting minority communities. From workshops to support groups, there’s something for

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