Boston Breastfeeding Coalition Newsletter
August 2021
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Learn more about events hosted by the Black Breastfeeding Week Committee happening throughout the week!
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Tuesday, August 24th @ 2pm
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Join us for the UPLIFT The CAN community discussion on Tuesday, August 24th at 2pm to kick off Black Breastfeeding Week. CAN will host a virtual panel sharing stories of breastfeeding and the greater community at large. |
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Wednesday, August 25th @ 5:30pm
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We are honored to have Representative Liz Miranda join us on Wednesday, August 25th at 5:30pm to celebrate 2021 Black Breastfeeding Week. This open community meeting will include opportunities to celebrate, honor, and embrace community breastfeeding and wellness.
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Saturday, August 28th @ 10am
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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. The Breastfeeding Coalition is 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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Monday, August 30th @ 5pm
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Join us at the Codman Square Health Center Baby Cafe for some relaxing virtual family yoga! This event will be held on Monday, August 30th from 5p-7p with Tiffany Mangum & Danita Kelley-Brewster of Trupeace Wellness Collective, who will be guiding us through the yoga session. All ability and age ranges are welcomed!
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Tuesday, August 31st @ 10am
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Join us in celebration of 2021 Black Breastfeeding Week on August 31st from 10am - 12pm! Jah Jah Drummers have become well known for their dedication to keeping alive the Art of African drummology in the Boston area. They will demonstrate and teach the art of drumming. To end a week of uplifting events, join us for a virtual march and drumming circle to celebrate 2021 Black Breastfeeding Week. Families are welcome!
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Tuesday, August 24th & 31st
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Join us on Tuesday August 24th and 31st for a virtual family paint night. As we gather we will be surrounded by our community and family members and music. We will highlight the work and artistry of children, youth, and families. Let's talk, and paint, and discuss "How breastfeeding makes you feel." |
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Saturday, August 28th
Join Heart2Heartbeat Lactation & Wellness on August 28th for a breastfeeding photoshoot. More information coming soon!
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August 23rd-31st
Above: 2020 Black Breastfeeding Week Silent Auction Piece by Dayanara Dominguez
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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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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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Webinar and Training Opportunities |
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Tuesday, August 24 @ 1pm est
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The National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCCHO) and the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) are excited to announce the launch of Continuity of Care in Breastfeeding Support: A Blueprint for Communities (Blueprint), which will be released via webinar August 24th at 1pm ET. |
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In partnership with Urban College of Boston, Vital Village Networks is accepting applications for scholarships to the Certificate in Community Leadership and Advocacy, a year-long, 9-credit, college-level certificate program that builds upon the capabilities of community leaders who are working to maximize child, family, and community wellbeing in Boston.
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Registration opens tomorrow 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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Friday, October 1
Early Bird Registration through August 31st
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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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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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