The Durham Digest (April 2021) | |
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April is National Minority Health Month. Please help compile a list of the Spring Minority Health Awareness events for parents, prenatal/postpartum providers, or birth/breastfeeding advocates. In recognition of Black Maternal Health Week, expect a special edition of the Durham Digest. |
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Asian and Pacific Islander Equity |
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The murders in March of eight individuals in Atlanta, including six Asian and Asian American women, weighs heavily on Breastfeed Durham, a community committed to equity and a family-friendly environment for everyone in Durham. These attacks come amidst a disturbing nationwide rise in violence and discrimination directed toward members of the Asian, Asian American, and Pacific Islander community. To our Asian and Asian American families, we stand with you, and we mourn with you... |
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Covid Vaccine and Breastfeeding |
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We know that there is overwhelming research showing that breastfeeding protects infants’ respiratory systems (in general). Some of you have asked about resources regarding the Covid Vaccine and Breastfeeding. According to the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine (ABM) during lactation, it is unlikely that the vaccine lipid would… |
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Breastfeeding and Trauma |
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The trauma of the global pandemic amidst a disturbing nationwide rise in violence and discrimination. To our families who have experienced trauma, we stand with you, and we mourn with you. We reaffirm our responsibility to fight racism and uphold our commitment to making central affinity spaces for all breastfeeding… |
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Faith Organizations and Community Organizations
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Breastfeed Durham is always happy to develop custom materials that are the right fit for the community. Please let us know if you would like us to create any specific lactation information to serve your needs We're also always happy to set up a meeting.
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Supporting families is at the heart of Breastfeed Durham’s mission. From pregnancy to weaning, we strive to support every breastfeeding parent at every step of the journey.
Links for resources and support
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