By Dominique Lambright New parents make many important decisions, one of which is to breastfeed or use formula. Breastfeeding vs. formula-feeding It’s a frequent misunderstanding that formula is equivalent to breast milk. Natural Breastmilk is the gold standard for infants because it aids brain development and boosts the immune system. Formula does not boost the … [Read more...] about How do you choose which is right for you, breastfeeding or formula-feeding?
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‘Well Mommy and Baby’ event celebrates ‘Bronzeville Week’ and ‘National Breastfeeding Awareness Month’
On Saturday, August 7, 2021, the African American Breastfeeding Network (AABN) hosted the "Well Mommy and Baby Care Package Drive-Up," at Mount Zion Baptist Church, 2207 N. 2nd St. The drive-up event celebrated not only "Bronzeville Week" but also "National Breastfeeding Awareness Month." Expectant and new mothers drove up to receive care packages that would help both them … [Read more...] about ‘Well Mommy and Baby’ event celebrates ‘Bronzeville Week’ and ‘National Breastfeeding Awareness Month’
WIC and MHSI Network celebrates National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
WI Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Nutrition Program says: #LetsLatch August has been designated as Breastfeeding Awareness Month. The national breastfeeding campaign, “WIC Breastfeeding Support: Learn Together, Grow Together" centers around a mother’s journey while considering and initiating providing breastmilk for her baby. The goal along the journey is to ensure … [Read more...] about WIC and MHSI Network celebrates National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 3
This column is addressing the issue of breastfeeding during National Breastfeeding Month. Stigma still overshadows breastfeeding in public which is one of the contributing factors identified for low breastfeeding rates. What causes this stigma is the lack of knowledge regarding breastfeeding, sexist views and over-sexualization of a woman’s breasts. Some women who have … [Read more...] about National Breastfeeding Month: Breaking down the stigma – Week 3