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National Breastfeeding Month 2023

We hope that you are enjoying all of the celebrations and events of National Breastfeeding Month, and that the past few weeks have prompted you to reflect on why this work is so important. Keep up the energy as we celebrate Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week this week and prepare for Black Breastfeeding Week next week.

Maui Wildfires: Supporting Breastfeeding Families
Maui Wildfires: Supporting Breastfeeding Families
Our thoughts are with everyone affected by the Maui wildfires that destroyed much of Lahaina last week. Unfortunately, the needs of pregnant and postpartum people are often overlooked in climate disasters. With Asian American Native Hawaiian Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week, we are especially thinking of the pregnant, postpartum, and breastfeeding parents and families in Lahaina and Maui. We are thankful for organizations stepping up to address the specific needs of parents, families, and children.
How to help
Save the Date
August 18 | 4 PM
AANHPI Lactation Community Forum
AANHPI Lactation Community Forum
Join this open panel discussion to hear from AANHPI community members and their journeys to becoming lactation support professionals! The presentation will be followed by a discussion on how we can further build community capacity to support our AANHPI families.
Register here
August 25 | 12 PM
Black Breastfeeding Collaborative Lunch & Learn
Black Breastfeeding Collaborative Lunch & Learn
Join us Breastfeed Durham and MAAME, Inc. on your lunch break for the Black Breastfeeding Collaborative Lunch & Learn next Friday!
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August 27 | 2 PM
Titti Talk
Titti Talk
Celebrate Black Breastfeeding Week and join us for Titti Talk hosted by Breastfeed Durham and Sistersong at the People Solidarity Hub. We have a lot to celebrate this year with new rights for pregnant parents and pumping at work.
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August 29 | 8:50-4 PM
2023 Breastfeeding Summit: Breast Milk and the Body
2023 Breastfeeding Summit: Breast Milk and the Body
Our very own COO and board member are set to play a significant role in the upcoming Breastfeeding Summit 2023: “Breast milk and the body: Amplify Breastfeeding Voices for Impact”. Love Anderson, a certified lactation educator, will speak on “Social & Community Barriers to a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community.” The event is organized by The Wellness Coalition.
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National Breastfeeding Month Events
Full List of Events
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This newsletter was made possible with the financial contributions of the Durham County Department of Public Health as part of the Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health Grant and donors like you.

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