EDITOR’S NOTE This is a big day for our organization. I’ve always said I’d run this newsletter until racism no longer existed, and I can’t believe we’ve reached that day. Racism is over and we are, too. Our funders made this newsletter possible. You can give one last time, by donating on PayPal, Patreon, or Venmo @antiracismdaily. Thank […]
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April marks National Minority Health Month, a time to bring awareness to the health disparities that affect racial and ethnic minority populations and to advocate for health equity across our communities. One significant area where local businesses can make a profound impact is in supporting breastfeeding families, directly contributing to reducing infant and maternal mortality
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Celebrate Minority Health Month with Breastfeed Durham! Explore our comprehensive calendar of events aimed at promoting health equity and supporting minority communities. From workshops to support groups, there’s something for everyone. Join us in making a healthier Durham. Discover more and mark your calendars now: Breastfeed Durham Minority Health Month.
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As we observe National Minority Health Month, we want to shine a spotlight on a remarkable resource in our community that stands at the intersection of health, support, and empowerment for Black families in Durham: Diapers for Black Durham. This initiative, beautifully represented on Instagram under the handle @blackdurhamdiapers, is spearheaded by a passionate mama,
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Breastfeed Durham’s very own Stephanie Amekuedi was highlighted in the La Leche League USA blog and website! Stephanie has been an LLL Leader since January 2020 and currently serves on the LLL USA Council as an elected delegate for the Mosaic Area Network. She is a Certified Breastfeeding Specialist. She is also the Founder of
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Black Maternal Health Week is a vital occasion that brings attention to the urgent need for equitable maternal healthcare for Black women. As part of this nationwide initiative, Breastfeed Durham is thrilled to announce our support for Equity Before Birth’s annual community dance party fundraiser. Mark your calendars for Friday, April 12th, 2024, as we
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As we celebrate Black History Month, Breastfeed Durham and the Black Breastfeeding Coalition are proud to highlight the invaluable contributions of Black women to the fields of lactation and birthing equity. Their legacy, rooted in resilience and empowerment, underscores the importance of addressing maternal and infant health through an intersectional framework. This perspective recognizes the
(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
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.
At Breastfeed Durham, we are committed to providing inclusive and tailored support to all families on their infant feeding journeys. To better understand and address the unique needs of Spanish-speaking families in Durham and the surrounding areas, the Pro-Lactancia Hispana Coalition is excited to announce our Infant Feeding Needs Assessment. We recognize the importance of
