At Breastfeed Durham, we’re excited to share a heartwarming moment from our community, made possible by our new Breastfeeding Welcome Here signs, in partnership with a local artist and Durham Parks and Recreation. One of our community members recently shared her beautiful experience while out for a walk with her seven-week-old daughter. As her daughter […]
Are you a teacher or educator in North Carolina? Please consider sharing your experience breastfeeding or expressing milk while working as a teacher or educator to help us advocate for better lactation practices in educational settings! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdGeHgneroSkHPiHhkyZhH4gJKFWJL0QcAHVmTftawwA_x3yw/viewform
North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition: Reflections on Lactation in Educational Settings Read More »
Expecting a baby? One of the best ways to prepare for breastfeeding is by taking a comprehensive prenatal lactation class—and we’ve got just the thing for you! Triangle Lactation‘s Prenatal Lactation Prep Consultation/Class has been totally revamped with the latest information and insights. This is the most informative and convenient breastfeeding prep class you can
Get Ready for Baby: Prenatal Lactation Prep Consultation/Class Available Now! Read More »
As we celebrate Minority Health Month and Black Maternal Health Week this April, it’s essential to acknowledge not only the importance of equitable healthcare and lactation practices but also the barriers that many families in our community face, including food insecurity. For families experiencing food insecurity, the challenges are multifaceted, affecting not just access to
Supporting Families in Need: Durham Food Resource Map and End Hunger Durham Pantry List Read More »
Exciting News from Beyond Birth Lactation Services (BBLS)! We are thrilled to share some fantastic news from our partners at Beyond Birth Lactation Services! This vital organization has been an incredible support for families navigating the early stages of parenthood, and now, BBLS is making their services even more accessible by accepting Medicaid! Whether you’re
Beyond Birth Lactation Services: New Location + Now Accepting Medicaid! Read More »
Families & Communities Rising, Inc. (FCR) is excited to announce that the application process for the 2025-2026 school year is now open for the FCR Head Start & Early Head Start programs! This no-cost childcare program is designed to support families in our community by offering high-quality early childhood education services. The Early Head Start
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In today’s unpredictable world, it’s essential to be prepared for emergencies—especially when it comes to infant feeding. Breastfeed Durham’s COO, Love Anderson, sat down with Rebekah Scroggy, RN BSN IBCLC of “Ceres Chill” to share valuable insights on how to safely manage infant feeding during crises. The latest Ceres Chill video and blog post provide
Love Anderson Interviewed by Ceres Chill: Safe Infant Feeding During Emergencies Read More »
The folks at Carolina Global Breastfeeding Institute (CGBI) at UNC Chapel Hill’s Gillings School of Global Public Health have exciting news regarding their Ready, Set, Baby prenatal breastfeeding education resources! They have made important updates to Ready, Set, Baby in both the parent booklet and the educator flip chart. They’ve also added several new language
Updated Carolina Global Breastfeeding Institute Ready, Set, Baby resources Read More »
As an organization dedicated to supporting breastfeeding families, Breastfeed Durham understands that access to adequate nutrition is essential for maternal and infant health. Yet, proposed cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and school meal programs threaten to put families in Durham and across North Carolina at greater risk of food insecurity. We must
Protecting Food Benefits for Breastfeeding Families in Durham, NC Read More »
Becoming a parent changes everything—your schedule, your priorities, and especially your finances. For many of us, the transition to parenthood brings unexpected financial challenges, from increased healthcare costs to adjusting to a reduced household income. I wish I’d had access to the Equity Before Birth financial literacy class on February 23, 2025, from 3 to 4 PM, when
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