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Latine Breastfeeding Week Moves to September 8–14

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La Semana de la Lactancia Latina se Mueve al 8–14 de Septiembre We’re excited to share a big update from our partners at the Latinx/Latine Lactation Collective: Latine Breastfeeding Week will now be celebrated every year from September 8–14! Nos complace compartir una gran noticia de nuestras compañeras de la Colectiva de Lactancia Latinx/Latine: la Semana de la Lactancia Latina ahora se celebrará cada año del 8 al 14 de septiembre. This change brings several important benefits: Este cambio trae varios beneficios importantes: As Brenda Vieyra, co-chair of the Collective, shared: “We recognize change can be challenging, especially after two years with our previous dates. However, this decision is rooted in community feedback, respect, and our commitment to inclusivity and growth.” Como compartió Brenda Vieyra, copresidenta de la Colectiva: “Reconocemos que el cambio puede ser desafiante, especialmente después de dos años con nuestras fechas anteriores. Sin embargo, esta decisión está arraigada en la retroalimentación comunitaria, el respeto y nuestro compromiso con la inclusión y el crecimiento.” Planning is already underway, and the theme for this year will be announced soon. Please mark your calendars and stay tuned! La planificación ya está en marcha, y el tema de este año se anunciará pronto. ¡Por favor, marque su calendario y esté atento a las actualizaciones! The Collective also respectfully asks that other groups planning breastfeeding events honor the autonomy of Latine Breastfeeding Week by avoiding overlap and reaching out in advance. La Colectiva también solicita respetuosamente que otras organizaciones que estén planificando eventos de lactancia respeten la autonomía de la Semana de la Lactancia Latina, evitando la superposición y contactando con antelación si es necesario. We are proud to stand with the Latinx/Latine Lactation Collective in celebrating and uplifting Latine families and lactation leaders. Estamos orgullosos de apoyar a la Colectiva de Lactancia Latinx/Latine en la celebración y el reconocimiento de las familias latinas y líderes en lactancia.

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DCo Thrives: Supporting Durham Families Through Guaranteed Income

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At Breastfeed Durham, we know that financial stability is a key factor in ensuring families can focus on the health and well-being of their children—including providing the best start through breastfeeding. That’s why we are excited to share an important opportunity for families in Durham County: DCo Thrives, a guaranteed income pilot program designed to support

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📢 New Resource: Family Connects Durham Spanish flyers

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Good news, Breastfeed Durham community! Family Connects Durham has new Spanish postcard flyers that you can circulate with your network and community! What is Family Connects Durham? It is a community-wide nurse home visiting program for all parents of newborns, regardless of income or socioeconomic status. Their mission is to increase child well-being by bridging

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DACA Holders and Other Immigrants Can Now Enroll in ACA Insurance / Titulares de DACA y Otros Inmigrantes Ahora Pueden Inscribirse en Seguro Médico de la ACA

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Español abajo Good News for DACA Holders and Immigrant Families: ACA Insurance Now Includes Access to Lactation Services and Breast Pumps We’re excited to share that new ACA (Affordable Care Act) regulations now make DACA holders and other immigrant groups eligible for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, starting as early as December

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Supporting Spanish-Speaking Families: A New Breastfeeding Peer Counselor Program

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Breastfeed Durham is excited to share news of a new study focused on increasing exclusive breastfeeding in Spanish-speaking immigrant and refugee communities. Led by Duke and UNCG, this study offers training and paid positions for bilingual peer counselors.

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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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Immigrant Eligibility for Medicaid and ACA in North Carolina/Elegibilidad de los Inmigrantes para Medicaid y ACA en Carolina del Norte

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(español abajo) A recent report by the Urban Institute highlights how critical it is for immigrants, advocates, and agency workers to have accurate information about immigrant eligibility for health and benefit programs in North Carolina. Now, with Medicaid Expansion around the corner in North Carolina, the North Carolina Justice Center and the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy have

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Understanding the Infant Feeding Needs of Spanish-Speaking Families: A New Initiative by Breastfeed Durham’s Lactancia Latina Coalition

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For many, nursing a baby is the embodiment of nurture and love. However, for some families, especially those from non-English speaking backgrounds, the journey to successful breastfeeding continuation and duration can be riddled with challenges, misinformation, and lack of proper support. At Breastfeed Durham, our commitment has always been to champion every family’s feeding journey.

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