Summary of Braxton’s Responses Support the implementation of breastfeeding-friendly policies across communities in NC There are two ways I will be able to support breastfeeding friendly policies as Commissioner of Labor: Addressing the growing maternal health crisis At the foundation of our campaign is something I call the “whole worker approach”. While the compliance departments […]
Summary of Wayne’s Responses Support the implementation of breastfeeding-friendly policies across communities in NC I would make state support for adherence to the PUMP Actand related law a part of the state’s presentation and solicitation ofprospective employers who are thinking about starting a business orrelocating to North Carolina. We should not advertise as a haven
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At Breastfeed Durham, we are always working to ensure our community is aware of the many resources available to support breastfeeding families. We are thrilled to share exciting news from our partners at Beyond Birth Lactation Services (BBLS), a vital organization helping families thrive during the early stages of parenthood. As they continue to expand
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Breastfeed Durham is excited to share news of a new study focused on increasing exclusive breastfeeding in Spanish-speaking immigrant and refugee communities. Led by Duke and UNCG, this study offers training and paid positions for bilingual peer counselors.
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Aya Birth & Community Wellness has launched Phase III of offering services to the Triangle Community! Phase III includes an independent, free-standing birth center where Midwifery care is provided in a home-like setting. They are thrilled to announce that they are taking Birth Clients for the Birth House with due dates from Dec 15, 2024 and
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Did you know Carolina Birth and Wellness is an official milk donation location in Durham County? This incredible center offers a convenient and accessible way to donate to WakeMed Mothers’ Milk Bank, providing life-saving donor milk to infants in need. Carolina Birth and Wellness makes the donation process easy by offering both curbside and in-office drop-off options.
On September 6, I had the privilege of participating in an inspiring roundtable discussion in Washington, DC, as part of Workplace Lactation Week. The conversation, hosted by the White House Office of Public Engagement and the Gender Policy Council, focused on two critical pieces of legislation: the Providing Urgent Maternal Protections for Nursing Mothers Act
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NC Child’s county data cards & interactive data dashboard provide local snapshots of child well-being. The county data cards present the latest data for key indicators in five areas of children’s well-being: A Strong Start, Family Economic Security, Nurturing Homes and Communities, Health and Wellness, and High-Quality Education. View Durham’s 2024 County Card below to see
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The NC Justice Center and the Charlotte Center for Legal Advocacy released this new information sheet in English and Spanish discussing immigrant eligibility for nutrition programs: SNAP, WIC, Sun Bucks, and School Lunch/Breakfast. As kids are back in school, we think this information is critical to share with our community. Please share widely with your networks.
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Radical Healing, an inclusive health and wellness center, is launching an integrative primary care and gender care clinic September 16. The practice is located in Durham’s Lakewood neighborhood and will be BIPOC and LGBTQ+ centered, body positive and HAES aligned, with a focus on access and socioeconomic healthcare justice. They will offer sliding-scale, self-pay, and insurance options
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