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Bridging the Gap: A United Front in Improving Breastfeeding Outcomes in Durham

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A new coalition is making strides towards a healthier future for families. The Improving Breastfeeding Outcomes Coalition is an innovative initiative brought to life by Breastfeed Durham and Durham ICO4MCH, aiming to unify efforts across various groups and individuals dedicated to enhancing the well-being of families in the community. Meeting bi-weekly on Tuesdays from 10:30 […]

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World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7, 2024:  “Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All”

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As the first week of August comes to a close we wanted to take a moment to reflect and celebrate, World Breastfeeding Week (WBW). WBW was started in 1992 as a “global campaign to raise awareness and galvanize action on themes related to breastfeeding.”  This year’s theme, “Closing the Gap,” highlights the fact that there

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National Breastfeeding Month 2024 | 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. This August marks the 14th annual National Breastfeeding Month! The 2024 National Breastfeeding Month theme is Nourish, Sustain, Thrive. With this theme, National Breastfeeding Month aims to shine a light on why

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World Breastfeeding Week, Aug. 1-7, 2024: “Closing the Gap: Breastfeeding Support for All”

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The first week of August is World Breastfeeding Week (WBW), started in 1992 as a “global campaign to raise awareness and galvanize action on themes related to breastfeeding.”  This year’s theme, “Closing the Gap,” highlights the fact that there are still numerous gaps in education and care for lactating families. We know that breastfeeding and

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Durham WIC Enhancements: Strengthening Community Support through Advocacy-Driven Updates

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Do you ever wonder if all this advocacy work is making a difference? I know many of us have had challenging days, but I really want to applaud both our dedicated community advocates and the Lincoln Community Health Center (LCHC), and the Durham WIC office for hearing our concerns and responding to them. We are

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Maternity and Migration: The Triangle Immigrant Solidarity Fund’s Impact on One Family’s Journey

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Immigration is frequently a hot topic of conversation in the political sphere, particularly during pivotal election years. The UN High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) reported in 2023 that the number of forcibly displaced people was 110 million – the highest at any point since the end of World War II. In the face of such

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Webinar Recording on Supporting Lactating Students Under Title IX Now Available

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The U.S. Breastfeeding Committee released the recording for the “New Rights for Lactating Students: Supporting Lactating Students Under Title IX” webinar. Beginning in August 2024, students will have the legal right to lactation breaks, space, and other accommodations. To help education institutions, lactation support providers, and advocates understand what the new protections mean for lactating students, this webinar offers

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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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