As we embark on so much change in the Durham community, Breastfeed Durham wanted to take a moment to highlight the NC Perinatal Health Strategic Plan (PHSP). PHSP serves as a statewide guide to improve maternal and infant health and the health of all people of reproductive age. The plan’s primary focus is increasing health […]
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We have some great news to share! The U.S. Department of Education has proposed new Title IX regulations for schools, colleges, and other educational institutions. Please sign on to the letter drafted by Jessica Lee from The Pregnant Scholar, Love Anderson from Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities, and many more community advocates from around the country.
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Editor’s note (September 2026): This post is kept as part of Breastfeed Durham’s historical record from 2022. Join Breastfeed Durham and Dr. Annie Dotson, M.D., Duke Department of Family Medicine & Community Health, on October 11, 2022, at 12pm (noon) to discuss creating chest/breastfeeding friendly healthcare policies. October 11 at 12 PM Register (Note: This
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Editor’s note (September 2026): This post is kept as part of Breastfeed Durham’s historical record from 2022. In the spirit of intersectionality, Breastfeed Durham would like to share information from WomenNC. WomenNC would like to invite you to our networking event to meet our new class of scholars on Thursday, October 13th from 5:30pm-7:30pm. Grab
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We wanted to take a moment to re-post a fantastic article from Family Forward NC. Facts About Breastfeeding at Work and Resources to Support Breastfeeding Employee. Family Forward is a phenomenal resource for employers in North Carolina. Employers can play a big role in supporting breastfeeding employees and ensuring they meet their breastfeeding goals for
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Editor’s note (September 2026): This post is kept as part of Breastfeed Durham’s history and reflects 2022. In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month Breastfeed Durham joined Stephanie Amekuedi and Amber Crews as they share their stories. Most stories can’t be told all in one go. Rather, they are built bit by bit, piece by piece
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A few weeks ago, I was interviewed by a reporter, Rachel Crumpler, from North Carolina Health News. When she sent the completed article, I never expected my name to be at the top of the page. Nor did I expect to see a photo of my dear friendly, Olivia Rice, the co-founder of Chocolate Milk of
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Editor’s note (September 2026): This post is kept as part of Breastfeed Durham’s historical record from 2022; details and registration links in it are no longer current. This year’s National Breastfeeding Month theme is Together We Do Great Things. Throughout the month of August, we want to celebrate and recognize all the work you are doing. View Durham’s full
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The NC Maternal Mortality Review Committee Report has been posted. North Carolina has a long-standing history of reviewing pregnancy-associated deaths. The ultimate goal of the North Carolina MMRC is to apply information gathered during pregnancy-related death reviews to devise recommendations and strategies aimed at preventing pregnancy-related deaths in our state. Based on reviews of 2014-2016
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In honor of Durham Families, tell a special parent in your life how much they mean to you!! Support the First Food Equity movement in Durham. This makes the perfect gift for the passionate parent in your life. Your gift to Breastfeed Durham gives you the peace of mind that you’re offering the world a bright future
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