Advocacy

The Historical, Psychosocial, and Cultural Context of Breastfeeding in the African American Community

Advocacy, Racial Equity /

We really want to re-share The Historical, Psychosocial, and Cultural Context of Breastfeeding in the African American Community, an incredible, difficult, and powerful read! This article is particularly impactful while knowing that the American Academy of Pediatrics recently updated its Policy Statement: Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk recommendations to support optimal infant and young […]

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New National Maternal Mental Health Hotline

Advocacy, Breastfeeding Communities, Español, Parent Information /

The new National Maternal Mental Health Hotline provides 24/7, free, confidential support, resources, and referrals to any pregnant and postpartum birthing parents facing mental health challenges and their loved ones. The service is available via phone and text in English or Spanish. The website also provides promotional materials that providers and community advocates can share.

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Thank you for supporting the family festival

Advocacy, Breastfeeding Communities, News, Parent Information /

A very special thank you to everyone who helped support the family festival and health fair. We were to able to connect and serve over 300 community members. A special thank you to our sponsors, workshop presenters, and Aubrey Delaney photography. Please check out some the incredible photos from the event. Please consider becoming a

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An Act of Advocacy

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Join Breastfeed Durham for a day of advocacy. Reach out to your favorite locally owned business or community organization and encourage them to apply to become a Breastfeeding Friendly Community Partner. Or reach out to your favorite bodega and/or the safe places for breastfeeding families. We intentionally ask those of you who are connected to

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Equity Before Birth’s Dance-a-Thon (April 15 | 4-7PM)

Advocacy, Racial Equity, Save the Date /

We are thrilled to invite you to register to attend Equity Before Birth’s Dance-a-Thon Fundraiser in honor of Black Maternal Health Awareness Week. The Equity Before Birth fundraiser will take place on Friday, April 15th from 4p – 7p at the Museum of Life and Science in Durham. Please help spread the word as they aim to raise

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National Public Health Week Toolkit Released, summarized from APHA

Advocacy, News /

The American Public Health Association is hosting the 27th National Public Health Week April 4-10 with the theme, Public Health Is Where You Are. The theme recognizes that the places where we are, physically, mentally and societally, affect our health and our lives. View the NPHW Toolkit for details on how to get involved.  In recognition of the hard work of

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CDC’s Community-level Approaches to Support Breastfeeding

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Please join CDC’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) forStrategies for Success:Community-level Approaches to Support BreastfeedingThursday, March 31, 20222—3 p.m. EST Topic Strategies for Success: Community-level Approaches to Support Breastfeeding Description CDC’s Division of Nutrition, Physical Activity, and Obesity (DNPAO) Seminar Series showcases the science and practice of our work—including the latest research, guidelines,

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