We are thrilled to announce a historic milestone—Carrboro, North Carolina, is the first community to officially complete all Ten Steps to a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community! This achievement is the […]
At our recent Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities (BFFC) Implementation Leaders Collaborative Round Table, we explored a central question in our work: “How do we engage with businesses?” For many of us,
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What does it take to truly normalize breastfeeding across educational spaces? In Durham, North Carolina, it began with trust, persistence, and deep listening. In this article, Julianne Williams, a recent
We’re excited to share that the SAFE (Support and Advocacy for Feeding in Emergencies) Team has received a $20,000 grant from the Marcia Brady Tucker Foundation to support the development of a
SAFE Team Training Series Launches with New Grant Funding Read More »
Step 8 in Action: Reaching Pharmacies to Support Breastfeeding Families We’re excited to share a new initiative from Breastfeed Durham that reimagines how we move Step 8 of the Ten Steps to a
It is with bittersweet hearts that we share the news that the Richmond Breastfeeding Coalition has officially dissolved. While their name may be removed from the Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities (BFFC)
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The mission of Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities has always been to create an environment that supports lactating families in a way that respects their unique needs and cultural contexts. While
Cultural Influences on Lactation Success: Insights from Ghana. Read More »
Opportunities to Transform Public Health At Breastfeeding Communities, we believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to create healthier, more equitable communities. As part of our mission to advance maternal
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Wednesday, November 20th, 2024, was World Children’s Day. Breastfeeding Communities joined in celebration with UNICEF and communities all across the world to: Listen to the Future Even the very youngest
Celebrating World Children’s Day Everyday! Read More »
As Franklin County starts its second year in the Breastfeeding Family Friendly Communities (BFFC) initiative, the momentum of its accomplishments is inspiring. This small but dedicated community has embraced the Ten
Franklin County: Progress on the Path to a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community Read More »
