Boston Breastfeeding Coalition Newsletter
September 2021
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Depression and anxiety can happen during pregnancy or after birth.
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Breaking the silence, ending the stigma, and widening support.
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NEW Resources and tools from the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) to support lactation equity in honor of Hispanic Heritage month.
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Check out the HealthConnect One blog Series for Hispanic Heritage Month HERE
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Congratulations to an amazing Vital Village Peer Scholar, Coalition member, doula, lactation and newborn care expert, Charlene Fraser, IBCLC, for successfully completing the requirements to become an International Board Certified Lactation Consultant. Learn More
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We've Got this! Mastering Lactation Competencies
Join the September Scholar Support Night
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Taking Action for Change
Don't Miss the October Breastfeeding Coalition Meeting
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Communities Rising: Reclaiming the Power of Us!
Register Today for the 2021 National Community Leadership Summit
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Announcing our Keynote Speaker: #1 New York Times Bestselling Author, Award winning poet Clint Smith! |
Register today for the Vital Village Networks 2021 National Community Leadership Summit!
Shape the conversation with fellow community leaders, practitioners, change agents, and advocates.
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Boston Breastfeeding WARMLINE Lactation Counselor
Seeking virtual peer counseling opportunities? Our WARMLINE is seeking volunteers who have completed lactation counseling training and have experience as peer counselors.
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Boston Breastfeeding Virtual Support Group Counselor
Our support groups are still meeting, just virtually! We are looking for more volunteers to help us support mothers. Any direct lactation mentoring done during virtual support groups can count towards IBCLC hours.
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The BMC Codman Square Baby Café and the Vital Village Network Boston Breastfeeding Coalition is improving access to breastfeeding support for every parent in the Boston area by building connections between individuals and organizations that promote breastfeeding advocacy. We have partnered with the Mattapan Square Farmers Market to support families in their first food journey! The market is located on the corner of Cummins Highway and Fairway. |
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We love staying up-to-date with your news! If you want us to share out updates, events, flyers, webinars, or job opportunities, let us know. You can email us at bostonbreastfeeding@bmc.org or tag @bostonbreastfeeding on relevant Facebook posts and we can re-share on social media or add to our Coalition Newsletters.
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Webinar and Training Opportunities |
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Are you an emerging leader who is committed to food justice and equity? If so you should consider the Community Food Systems Fellowship. |
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Friday, October 29 @ 6pm ET
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Are you a healthcare provider that has worked with families who have experienced pregnancy and infant loss?
This virtual space of support has been designed just for you!
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Breastfeeding Equity: Exploring Cultural Competency, Humility, and Methods to Make a Difference
This course is intended for physicians, physician assistants, international board certified lactation counselors, lactation professionals, registered dietitians, nurse practitioners, certified midwives, doulas, and other professionals working with pregnant patients and/or new parents.
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If you work with expectant families or those with new babies this class is for you! Join us and find out what you can do to help parents get off to the best start. 5.5 CERPs and CEUs available
Fulfills DONA requirements for certification and recertification.
Two session workshops:
Friday, October 8, 2021
Saturday, October 9, 2021
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Breastfeeding and Mental Health Pocket Guide
Mental health providers should know the positive correlation between breastfeeding and mental health and the negative correlation between weaning and mental health and speak to patients about the importance of breastfeeding for positive mental health outcomes.Download the Breastfeeding and Mental Health Guidance Pocket Guide at mibreastfeeding.org/tools under the “Mental Health” tab.
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This guide lists programs and organizations that provide free diapers to community members with updated contact information and eligibility requirements. The guide includes locations for Greater Boston, Northeastern Massachusetts, and Southeastern Massachusetts.
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Regularly updated with descriptions, contact info, locations, hours, and website links for important basic family needs.
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Free app available on Apple, Android, and desktop for families to locate and access free or low-cost, high-quality local food resources in their neighborhoods
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Text KIDS to +1(844)-806-0616 to receive free text messages on nearby community resources, wellness tips, and family-fun activities.
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Are you a Breastfeeding Scholar who is looking to connect with other Scholars?
Join the private Facebook Group just for Breastfeeding Scholars - a centralized location to stay updated on CERP offerings, scholarship opportunities, network with peers, and share and find resources.
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Vital Village Network's Boston Breastfeeding Coalition is committed to improving access to breastfeeding support for every parent in Boston, promoting connections between individuals and organizations that engage in breastfeeding advocacy, and supporting pathways for professional lactation counselors. |
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