¿Prefiere leer en español? Toda esta información está en español al final de esta página. Download the printable handout (PDF, English and Spanish) Green means the rules did not change. Blue and orange mean they did. Program Did it change? Who is protected What to do WICRules did not change No. No work hours. No
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By Linels Higuera Ancidey, IBCLC, MPH Candidate, UNC Gillings School of Global Public HealthField Placement with Breastfeed Durham, Summer 2025 Breastfeeding is a cornerstone of maternal and child health, yet disparities persist across racial, ethnic, and linguistic groups. Spanish-speaking families in Durham face unique challenges, including limited culturally tailored lactation support and low Baby-Friendly Hospital
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
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Editor’s note (September 2026): This January 2025 post announced a guaranteed income pilot’s application window, which has since closed. 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
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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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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
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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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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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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The Lactancia Latina Coalition (formerly known as the Pro-Lactancia Hispana Coalition) is excited to welcome in the new year with a few updates. __ La Coalición de Lactancia Latina (anteriormente conocida como la Coalición Pro-Lactancia Hispana) se complace en darle la bienvenida al nuevo año con algunos anuncios:
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