Minority Health Month 2021
A list of the Spring Minority Health Awareness events for parents, prenatal/postpartum providers, or birth/breastfeeding advocates.
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Covid Vaccine and Breastfeeding
We know that there is overwhelming research showing that breastfeeding protects infants’ respiratory systems (in general). Some of you have asked about resources regarding the Covid Vaccine and Breastfeeding. According to the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) during lactation, it is unlikely that the vaccine lipid would enter the bloodstream and reach breast tissue. While
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Breastfeeding and Trauma
The trauma of the global pandemic amidst a disturbing nationwide rise in violence and discrimination. To our families who have experienced trauma, we stand with you, and we mourn with you. We reaffirm our responsibility to fight racism and uphold our commitment to making central affinity spaces for all breastfeeding families in Durham. Right now we at Breastfeed
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Supporting Employees During Covid
Breastfeeding is one of the few immune boosters that we currently can offer to our infants during this global pandemic. We also know breastfeeding rates increase dramatically with support. Click here to review updates. Create a Clean & Safe Environment Allow breastfeeding parents to take breaks to express milk or nurse their children Provide access to a
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Update: Doulas at the Duke Birthing Center
We were able to get some additional information from the Duke leadership about visitation and doulas at the Duke birthing center. In labor, patients are allowed 2 support people. With the exception of COVID+ patients, there should be no restriction on coming and going on the unit. While visiting hours do not apply during labor,
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Equity in the IBCLC Credential
On March 8, 2021, a group of community advocates requested that Breastfeed Durham and other community groups advocate for the IBCLC credential to be recognized by Duke Health and other surrounding hospitals as a standalone credential. After meeting with our team of lactation support providers and advocates in Durham County and the surrounding areas, we
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Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care
This has been a particularly hard time for families in the community, particularly for parents with young children, and we appreciate your continued commitment to help families. We have some updates regarding upcoming events and resources available to support you! Breastfeed Durham is partnering with Shape NC to offer monthly hour-long learning bursts. These monthly
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Health Mentorship Program
We believe academia to be an extremely important piece to normalize breastfeeding and normalize/encourage support for parents. We love seeing students and researchers interested in this topic. We would like to share a mentorship opportunity at the Center for Global Reproductive Health. I hope this message finds you well! My name is Saisahana Subburaj and
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Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month
Feliz Mes de Nuestra Herencia Hispana! This month we recognize Latinx and Hispanic Heritage Month, September 15-October 15, which honors the contributions and importance of Latinx Americans in the U.S. and celebrates the many cultures of those who come from, or whose ancestors come from, Mexico, Central America, South America, the Caribbean, and Spain. The
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Women’s Commission Survey
Breastfeed Durham received the following from Durham County Women’s Commission regarding Black Maternal Health advocates as the fight continues for equitable access to quality healthcare and the elimination of maternal health disparities. The Durham County Women’s Commission strives to educate the community and advise the Durham County Board of Commissioners on issues related to the
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