Breastfeeding Communities

Gubernatorial Candidate Wayne Turner’s Vision for a Breastfeeding Family Friendly State

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Summary of Wayne’s Responses Support the implementation of breastfeeding-friendly policies across communities in NC I would make state support for adherence to the PUMP Actand related law a part of the state’s presentation and solicitation ofprospective employers who are thinking about starting a business orrelocating to North Carolina. We should not advertise as a haven […]

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Aya Birth & Community Wellness: Birth House Delivery Now Available!

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Aya Birth & Community Wellness has launched Phase III of offering services to the Triangle Community! Phase III includes an independent, free-standing birth center where Midwifery care is ​provided in a home-like setting. They are thrilled to announce that they are taking Birth Clients for the Birth House with due dates from Dec 15, 2024 and

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Celebrate Carolina Birth and Wellness Center: A Milk Donation Location You Might Not Know About!

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Did you know Carolina Birth and Wellness is an official milk donation location in Durham County? This incredible center offers a convenient and accessible way to donate to WakeMed Mothers’ Milk Bank, providing life-saving donor milk to infants in need. Carolina Birth and Wellness makes the donation process easy by offering both curbside and in-office drop-off options.

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A Day in DC for Workplace Lactation Advocacy

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On September 6, I had the privilege of participating in an inspiring roundtable discussion in Washington, DC, as part of Workplace Lactation Week. The conversation, hosted by the White House Office of Public Engagement and the Gender Policy Council, focused on two critical pieces of legislation: the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act

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Child Well-Being in Durham County: 2024 Snapshot

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NC Child’s county data cards & interactive data dashboard provide local snapshots of child well-being. The county data cards present the latest data for key indicators in five areas of children’s well-being: A Strong Start, Family Economic Security, Nurturing Homes and Communities, Health and Wellness, and High-Quality Education. View Durham’s 2024 County Card below to see

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Welcome Baby Giving Closet Update

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Starting September 2, 2024, new and returning families will need to make an appointment to access the Giving Closet. Walk-in appointments for new families will no longer be available on Fridays. To request an appointment, they can use the bilingual registration link: Welcome Baby Registration (jotform.com). Families can also upload required documents, such as ID, proof of Durham

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ECAP Update – Novedades de ECAP

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We are pleased to provide you with an update on ongoing efforts with the Early Childhood Action Plan (ECAP) in Durham. The County remains deeply committed to supporting our youngest residents, and this dedication is reflected in the collaborative work of the Grown in Durham Steering Committee and the early planning committees. Their three years

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Call to Action —Join Us in Strengthening Breastfeed Durham!

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As National Breastfeeding Month comes to a close, it’s a perfect time for us at Breastfeed Durham to reflect on our progress and recommit to our mission of achieving the 10 Steps to a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community. This journey isn’t just about ticking off boxes; it’s about creating a community where every family feels

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Breastfeed Durham’s 2024 Custom Workshop Series

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Breastfeed Durham is thrilled to announce our 2024 workshop series, all made possible through the ICO4MCH funding. These workshops are designed to educate and support families, healthcare providers, community advocates, and more on the importance of breastfeeding. And the best part? Our workshops are fully customizable to meet your unique needs! Here’s how you can

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