Last month, we had the opportunity to attend Governor Josh Stein’s signing of a proclamation that officially proclaimed April 11-17 as Black Maternal Health Week, joining a national movement to amplify the voices of Black mamas and healthcare advocates. Why This Matters for Durham The proclamation isn’t just a ceremony—it’s a call to action. In […]
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At Breastfeed Durham, we know that the health of our planet is inextricably linked to the health of our parents and babies. On April 22, 2026, members of our community gathered for Duke University’s second annual Climate Action Day. The event focused on a critical theme: Building Resilience in Communities. As we face rising temperatures
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We are still floating on air! Despite Mother Nature’s attempt to rain on our parade, our community’s spirit was unshakeable. Moving from May 2nd to May 3rd was a whirlwind, but seeing many smiling faces at the Breastfeed Durham Pregnancy Expo & Family Festival made every pivot worth it. To Our Incredible Community Thank you for showing up for
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On Sunday March 8th, friends of Breastfeed Durham gathered at Succotash Southern & Creole Kitchen for a joyful Cajun Brunch fundraiser filled with great food, live music, and warm community spirit. We are incredibly grateful to everyone who joined us to celebrate and support the families we serve. Events like this remind us that building a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Durham truly takes a
Addresses Critical Gaps in Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies, hosted by North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition Raleigh, NC — The North Carolina Breastfeeding Coalition, in collaboration with the SAFE Infant Feeding Team, Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities and Healthy Blue, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina’s Medicaid Managed Care plan, is launching a
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Every family deserves to feel celebrated. On May 3rd, we’re gathering at Hillside Park for an afternoon of music, food, community, and joy — because raising babies is hard, and you shouldn’t have to do it alone. Come as you are. Bring the whole family. Durham Pregnancy Expo & Family Festival When: Sunday, May 3
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Durham’s birth outcomes are improving — and they are improving because the community has spent the last 8 years building a coordinated, countywide system to support human milk feeding and maternal health. The Ten Steps to a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community form the backbone of that work. This framework, created by the Carolina Global Breastfeeding
In Spring 2026, Breastfeed Durham will celebrate its eighth birthday — nearly a decade of sustained, community-driven systems change. What began as a small pilot guided by the Carolina Global Breastfeeding Institute has grown into one of the most comprehensive community lactation ecosystems in the country. As Durham’s birth outcomes begin to show signs of stabilization and
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Durham is moving in the right direction.While maternal and infant health outcomes across the nation continue to worsen, the newest March of Dimes Report Card suggests something different may be happening here at home. Durham’s preterm birth trend is stabilizing — and early signals point to gradual improvement. Why? We believe it’s because Durham is
When we first began Breastfeed Durham, we knew that our libraries were essential partners. Over the years, our work with Durham’s public libraries has shown us how families are welcomed to breastfeed, and we’ve watched a clear, consistent message of support grow stronger. Through ongoing conversations with county commissioners and library leadership, we’ve seen real change.
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