As a month of reflection for Breastfeed Durham comes to end, we are excited to read the new American Academy of Pediatrics Policy Statement on breastfeeding and the use of human milk Policy Statement: Breastfeeding and the Use of Human Milk. Yet, we know that in order for this recommendation to fully be implemented, it must be paired with support such as:

• Advocates Toolkit for New Rights
• Tools for Supporting Breastfeeding and Lactating Student Parents
• New National Maternal Mental Health Hotline
• and so much more!

We at Breastfeed Durham also continue to frame our thinking within the historical, psychosocial and cultural context of breastfeeding. We know that successful breastfeeding begins with being informed during pregnancy. Yet, disparities persist. We want to share a few updates from the NC Maternal Mortality Review Committee.

As August approaches, we invite you to recharge your batteries and celebrate! This year's National Breastfeeding Month theme is Together We Do Great Things. Please consider a gift for the extraordinary parent in your life. Throughout the month of August, we not only want to celebrate but we also want to recognize all the work you are doing. View Durham’s full list of August events. If you’re having any events, or know of any breastfeeding events in August, please let us know so we can help and support you. Send them to Breastfeed Durham <durham@breastfeedingcommunities.org>.

Weekly Observance in August

• Week 1: World Breastfeeding Week
• Week 2: Indigenous Milk Medicine Week
• Week 3: Asian American Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week
• Week 4: Black Breastfeeding Week

Events the First Week of August

• Wednesday, August 3 | 10 AM: What is “NORMAL?” hosted by La Leche League of Durham
• Thursday, August 4 | 10 -10:45 AM: “The Art of It All” Webinar hosted by The Durham County Department of Public Health has a program called "Improving Community Outcomes for Maternal and Child Health," or ICO4MCH.  (zoom link coming soon)
• Thursday, August 4 | 11:15 -12 PM: LGBTQ+ Human Mild Feeding Community Meeting hosted by Breastfeed Durham
• Friday, August 5 | 10-12 PM: An Act of Advocacy hosted by Breastfeed Durham at The Village Shipping Center, 1001 N Miami Blvd, Durham, NC 27703. Help us go door-to-door as we reach out to our favorite locally owned businesses or locally led community organizations as we encourage them to apply to become a breastfeeding-friendly community partner. Add your information to Breastfeed Durham’s GroupMe to receive day of text updates and locations.

Stay aBreast