Racial Equity

Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Lactation Support Coalition Meeting

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Community advocates are warmly invited to come together for the first Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Lactation Support Coalition meeting on January 23, 2023 at 3:30 pm. This coalition will meet quarterly. Please share this information with your networks. The goal of these meetings would be to have the larger community discuss gaps in care […]

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Aya Birth & Community Wellness Community Survey

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This is a must-read article! There are plans for a new birth center opening in Durham in Fall 2023 under completely different leadership. We know you care about access to these services for families, so please fill out the Aya Birth & Community Wellness community survey! Tina and Amber are working hard during the research and development phase

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2022 Breastfeeding Stories

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In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month Breastfeed Durham joined Stephanie Amekuedi and Amber Crews as they share their stories. Most stories can’t be told all in one go. Rather, they are built bit by bit, piece by piece – gaining meaning and depth through their unfolding. The same can be said for our breastfeeding stories.

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The Historical, Psychosocial, and Cultural Context of Breastfeeding in the African American Community

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We really want to re-share The Historical, Psychosocial, and Cultural Context of Breastfeeding in the African American Community, an incredible, difficult, and powerful read! This article is particularly impactful while knowing that the American Academy of Pediatrics recently updated its Policy Statement: Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk recommendations to support optimal infant and young

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A&T Prenatal Lactation Classes (April 7 & 18, 2022)

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The North Carolina A&T Lactation Program is hosting free Prenatal Lactation Classes for families. This is a free opportunity for expecting and currently nursing parents. The class is open to all members in the community who are interested in learning more about breastfeeding/chestfeeding, pumping and more. Register at the link below. Classes will be held

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