Racial Equity

Celebrating Black History Month: Intersectionality and Empowerment in Lactation and Birthing Equity

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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 […]

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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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Celebrating Lactancia Latina: Participate in the Infant Feeding Needs Assessment for Spanish-Speaking Families!

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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

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Celebrating Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

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May is Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month and the Tea & Milk Coalition wanted to take this time to honor and celebrate the rich traditions, achievements, and contributions of Asian Americans. AANHPI month highlights the diverse cultures, experiences, and histories of Asian people throughout the United States. The Asian population

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NC Perinatal Health Strategic Plan, 2022-2026

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Breastfeeding is a critical aspect of perinatal health, and the NC Perinatal Health Strategic Plan (PHSP) for 2022-2026 recognizes this by including strategies to promote and support breastfeeding. Breastfeeding is a key factor in improving infant health outcomes and reducing the risk of maternal and infant mortality. In the Perinatal Health Strategic Plan, breastfeeding/chestfeeding is

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Celebrate Breastfeed Durham’s 5th Birthday

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Breastfeed Durham has achieved a great deal over the past five years as we work to normalize breast, chest, and human milk feeding throughout the Durham community. The co-founders of Breastfeed Durham sat down for their very first cup of coffee five years ago. Little did they know that their project would grow to be

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A Discussion of First Food Equity

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On May 9, 2023, Breastfeed Durham hosted a presentation and discussion of First Food Equity by Janiya Mitnaul Williams, MA, IBCLC, RLC, CLC as part of our First Food Equity Webinar Series. The enlightening webinar on “A Discussion of First Food Equity” is now available for viewing on Breastfeed Durham’s website! We invite you to view this transformative

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Centering Breastfeeding Among Black Mamas and Birthing People #BMHW23 

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It’s Black Maternal Health Week (#BMHW23)! This year, the official theme for Black Maternal Health Week is: “Our Bodies Belong to Us: Restoring Black Autonomy and Joy!” With the alarming rise of maternal mortality in the U.S. (which has been further exacerbated by the pandemic, according to recently published data), the Black Mamas Matter Alliance

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Capturing Memories: Join Our Photo Contest and Free Photo Shoot Event!

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Breastfeed Durham is excited to announce two upcoming photography events that celebrate the beauty of breastfeeding. Whether you’re a professional photographer or an amateur enthusiast, we welcome you to participate in our photo contest or attend our free photo shoot event! All families that celebrate Black Maternal Health Week or Minority Health Month are welcome

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