National Breastfeeding Month 2023

Please share with us how you’re planning to celebrate. #WBW2023 will focus on breastfeeding and employment/work. It will showcase the impact of paid leave, workplace support and emerging parenting norms on breastfeeding through the lens of parents themselves. Target audiences including governments, policymakers, workplaces, communities and parents will be engaged to play their critical roles […]

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

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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Breastfeed Durham’s Love Anderson to Share Insights on Communication Strategies at National Breastfeeding Conference in June

DURHAM, N.C., May 22, 2023 – Breastfeeding advocate Love Anderson, co-founder of Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities, is one of three featured speakers participating in this year’s National Breastfeeding Conference and Convening event being held June 8 to 10 at the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Bethesda, MD. The session, themed “Raise Your Voice: Communication Strategies to

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Breastfeed Durham Successfully Completes 22-23 ICO4MCH Breastfeeding Scope of Work

Breastfeed Durham is proud to announce that we have successfully completed the ICO4MCH breastfeeding scope of work. Through a contract with the Durham County Department of Public Health we’ve provided services for the Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health initiative. This initiative was funded by the North Carolina Division of Public Health and

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NC Perinatal Health Strategic Plan, 2022-2026

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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Job Opportunities

Breastfeed Durham will update this page with additional job opportunities as we receive them. Last updated: October 1, 2024 __ If you are a Durham resident and interested in becoming a certified breastfeeding peer counselor, reach out to Breastfeed Durham regarding funding! Email us at durham@breastfeedingcommunities.org. Bilingual (Spanish-English) Home Visiting Breastfeeding Peer-Counselors and IBCLCs in

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Breastfeed Durham Annual Closure: Taking a Break to Recharge and Celebrate

It is our hope that Breastfeed Durham has been a steadfast support system for breastfeeding families and advocates in the Durham, North Carolina community. As an organization committed to promoting the well-being of both volunteers and the families we serve, we believe in the importance of taking regular breaks to rest, recharge, and celebrate. In

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Celebrate Breastfeed Durham’s 5th Birthday

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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Breastfeed Durham Cofounder Love Anderson Provides Peer-to-Peer Support for Parents of Multiples

We are thrilled to share a recent interaction between Love Anderson, cofounder of Breastfeed Durham and La Leche League (LLL) Leader, and Sarah, a parent of identical twin boys. This interaction was featured in the National La Leche League blog and highlights the value of peer-to-peer support and the impact it can have on a

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Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health – Medicaid Expansion

The North Carolina state legislature approved a historic Medicaid expansion bill that would expand health insurance coverage for over half a million NC residents. Medicaid expansion has allowed other states to reduce maternal and infant mortality rates. Gaining access to maternal care is a critical component of overall maternal health and improving infant health.   This is

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