Read on for a reflective end of year update from Family Matters Durham’s Public Health Education specialist, Jasmine Johnson, MPH! Dear Community, During this holiday season we are reminded of the warmth and vibrancy of our community. We look forward to ways that bring us together, foster connections, and celebrate our shared interests. We hope […]
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Español abajo Good News for DACA Holders and Immigrant Families: ACA Insurance Now Includes Access to Lactation Services and Breast Pumps We’re excited to share that new ACA (Affordable Care Act) regulations now make DACA holders and other immigrant groups eligible for health insurance through the Affordable Care Act (ACA) marketplace, starting as early as December
Read on for an exciting update from ICO4MCH Public Health Education specialist, Jasmine Johnson, MPH! Dear Community, We are excited to announce the new name of the Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health (ICO4MCH) initiative! Let me formally introduce Family Matters Durham! About Family Matters Durham is a program of Durham County Department
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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. Beyond Birth Lactation Services are proud to announce that they just became an NC Diaper Bank Depot!! They accept diapers, wipes, feminine products & baby formula – currently
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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.
