Racial Equity

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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New CDC Data on Maternal Mortality Rates in the U.S.

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The report found that 1,205 people died of maternal causes in the U.S. in 2021. That represents a 40% increase from the previous year. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention National Center for Health Statistics released a Health e-Stats report titled “Maternal Mortality Rates in the United States, 2021.” The report presents new data on 2021 maternal

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Job Opportunity: Project Coordinator for Black Breastfeeding Coalition

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Breastfeed Durham is currently seeking a Project Coordinator to lead our Black Breastfeeding Coalition. This is a volunteer opportunity that will transition into a paid position within 2-3 months.  We are offering a chance to make a meaningful impact in our community by promoting and supporting Black families in their human milk feeding  journey. The

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2023 North Carolina Breastfeeding Report

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The U.S. Breastfeeding Committee is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2023 State and Territory Breastfeeding Reports! These expansive reports were developed to educate policymakers and the public on the status of breastfeeding where they live, compare their data to national averages, and highlight opportunities to address gaps in breastfeeding support. Each report describes how breastfeeding

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