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"We took this on because of our passion and love for our community"
~ROSE CEO & Founder Dr. Kimarie Bugg
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Get to Know the 2023 ROSE Breastfeeding Scholar Cohort!
Please join us in welcoming the 2023 ROSE Breastfeeding Scholars! These Scholars applied and were selected by a community-led committee to join this year’s scholar cohort. They have completed their 3 day training with ROSE (Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere) and the Boston Breastfeeding Coalition. Welcome to the Village!
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I am 35, and a mom of 3. [I'm] a doula and work within the Healthcare field. I also am a part of a non profit organization, Propa City Community Outreach and feel this training will be essential to the work I currently do. | | | |
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Hello, my name is Leah Charles and I am so happy to now be a part of this Vital Village community. I have been a practicing doula for the past 2 years. I can’t wait to begin to utilize the skills and knowledge that I will acquire from this R.O.S.E training to help my clients and members of my community. | | | |
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Crystal Davis (she/her) has been working with children and families for 15 years. She currently serves as the Community Engagement Associate with The Beloved Early Education & Care (BEE) Collective, in the Lowcountry Region of South Carolina. As part of BEE's Birthing a Community Coalition she is a Childbirth Educator and Full Spectrum Doula, working to reduce maternal and infant mortality and morbidity. Crystal is passionate about initiating efforts for birthing and healing justice that will result in positive solutions for women of color and their babies. Through education, support, and advocacy she wants to empower birthing people to take charge of their health and bodies. A graduate of Columbia College, SC Davis holds a BA in Child and Family Studies and recently returned to pursue a Master of Arts in Healthcare Administration. | | | |
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My name is Joanne, labor and postpartum Doula and nutritionist. Working with my clients, I counsel them on proper ways to breastfeed while making sure they are taking in the right nutrients. I am excited to continue to learn, encourage, and advocate for women about birth, wellness, and the health benefits of breastfeeding. | | | |
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Hello My name is Dawn Fuentes-Holgate M.S., M.Ed, C.A.G.S (MH). I have been working as a Mental Therapist /Consultant for 18 years with a focus in inter generational traumas, grief therapy , prenatal and perinatal therapy. I also work with behavioral health providers, educators and others to organize and legalize their business. Finally, I create awesome herbal products per request and per desire directly from my community garden. I am excited to be a part of this journey of awareness and education. | | | |
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My name is Jen. I am a mother of 3 beautiful children, to whom I have nursed for the 1st years of their lives. Prior to having my 2nd child, I was a Business Continuity Professional for a financial institution for approximately 14 years, then decided to put a pause on my career to raise my children until they started school. During my time as a stay at home mom, I developed a new passion for helping other moms, particularly around breastfeeding. I am so excited to be starting this new journey.
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Hi, my name is Visolela also known as Layla or Azizia I've been a Birth & Post -partum Doula for 1 yr. at B,M.C. A Crystal Reiki Practitioner & Teacher for 3 yrs. A Massage Therapist for 16 yrs. A few of my Specialized skills would be prenatal massage & post-surgery lymphatic massage. My Hobbies include Photography which I'm currently taking lots of classes for Maternity photography my Quest of building my branch for my son is helping him succeed far beyond his yrs. I also love traveling with my young adult kids & spending quality time with my daughter when she's home from college. I've been a single mother for 21 yrs. & I am now living all of my dreams each & every day with one being proud of my kids & their growth then my journey in which I'm climbing every day to reach the top, this is me in a nutt shell, Love & Light. | | | |
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Greetings, I am Celestina, mother of three. My passion and purpose is to provide postpartum and postnatal care by maintaining and promoting the health of parents and their babies, and to foster an environment that offers help and support to the extended family and and community for a wide range of health related and social needs. | | | |
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I am a mother of six children from the inner city. I have been working in maternal medicine for over twenty-seven years. I enjoy helping and teaching woman about breastfeeding is a passion of mine. I breastfeed two of my children for twelve months and I seen a difference in [their] health growing up compared to the others. So [I'm a] strong support of breastfeeding. | | | |
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Hello everyone! I am Jackie. :) I work at a statewide nonprofit focused on Micronesians and teach public health classes. I am a mother of four children. I love questions! I am working on my PhD in Public Health, focused on birth experiences of Micronesians. | | | |
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My name is Sheena and I am a mom of 2, from South Carolina. I am a community Doula with the BEE Collective. I’ve been doing birth work for about 1 year knowingly, and since I was 12 unknowingly attending my older cousins births. I believe that breastfeeding is so important, and that all moms should be well educated about it. My first daughter I breastfed her for 6-8 weeks due to the lack of knowledge and support, I breastfed my youngest daughter a little over 2 years. I believe with the proper knowledge and education families can make the best decisions for themselves and their babies. | | | |
Connect with Vital Village Networks at these upcoming events | |
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May 2023 Scholars Support Night
Wednesday May 31th | 6:00pm - 7:30pm EST
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Join us for May Scholars Support Night where our guest speaker, Dr. Barbara L. Philipp, a Professor of Pediatrics at Boston University School of Medicine, will be joining to speak on the Lactation College and its course offerings. Whether you are pregnant, breastfeeding, or a supporter of someone who is, all are welcome! We hope to see you there! | |
Connect with Vital Village Network at these upcoming events | |
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Children's Mental Health Storytimes
Thursday 3:30-4:00 pm EST
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Learn more about events and resources by our partners and community organizations | |
Aftershock Screening and Panel Event at the MFA | | |
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Join this important screening of the documentary film 'Aftershock' and discussion on Thursday, May 25, 2023
7:00 pm–9:30 pm.
There will be an incredible panel of leaders and the film Director.
Location:
Harry and Mildred Remis Auditorium at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts
| Free tickets are available! | |
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The full PUMP Act is now in effect. Here’s what it does for lactating parents.
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The law extends protections to 9 million additional lactating parents and allows workers to sue their employer if they are not compliant. | Learn about the PUMP Act and what it means for breastfeeding in the workplace. | |
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DeeDee’s Cry: Hitting Back Through Healing
Every second Tuesday of the month at 5pm
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Boston’s Public Library’s Parent Group for parents/caregivers of children ages 0-3
Weekly zoom meeting on Tuesday afternoons at 2:00pm
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Are you looking for a community of parents with babies and toddlers? Join our weekly Zoom meeting to ask questions, talk about early literacy, connect with other parents, and learn from librarians and guest speakers!
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“Level Up in Mental Health” A Black Career and College Fair for Mental Health
Saturday, June 17th, 12:00-4:00pm Roxbury Branch of the Boston Public Library 149 Dudley Street Boston, MA 02119
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Join PureSpark and the Boston Public Library (BPL) for our Level Up in Mental Health Career and College Fair! Our goal is to address the lack of representation in the mental health profession by providing resources and opportunities for individuals who are interested in pursuing a career in this field.
Our event is open to Black Students and Professionals! Whether you're an undergraduate or graduate student, a professional seeking a career change, or just someone who wants to learn more about the mental health profession, we invite you to join us.
Brought to you by PureSpark!
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Whipped Up!
Written and Conceived by Jill Rogati
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An interactive performance for the trickiest of audience members - babies! | |
Whipped Up! follows an eager-to-please 50's-style diner server on their first day on the job - where the baby is the customer, and caregivers are along for the ride. As the server waits on their "demanding" clientele (imagine babies doing what babies do best - creating adorable chaos!) the server grows increasingly frazzled - and more and more entertaining! Stimulating for tiny audience members, and hilarious for parents/adults.
To view the trailer and get tickets to showtimes click the button below:
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Share the Drop
Saturday, June 17th, 12:00-4:00pm
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Instant access to breast milk for all infants. The first commerce free app matching breast milk donors to recipients in real time. | |
We are supporting a growing movement of cooperative feeding. | |
The Share The Drop app matches breast milk donors to recipients, and helps families build a network of supply and support. Donate breast milk or find a breast milk donor. | |
Learn more about events and resources by our partners and community organizations | |
Part-time and Primarily Remote job in The Breastfeeding Equity Center at Boston Medical Center | |
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The Breastfeeding Equity Center at Boston Medical Center is seeking a new team member join our study team. The “Ten Steps” study aims to better understand the experiences of Black birthing people in Baby Friendly Hospitals and how racism may impact breastfeeding support. The position is part-time (range 2-6 hours weekly over 4-6 months) and primarily remote. Responsibilities include scheduling and conducting audiotaped interviews with people who have delivered at Baby Friendly hospitals, attending team meetings, and participating in qualitative analysis of interviews. The ideal candidate will have some understanding of breastfeeding and have experience working with diverse populations in the areas of maternal child health or breastfeeding.
Prior experience with qualitative research is not required. Please contact Dr. Mansa Semenya (Afi.Semenya@bmc.org) and Dr. Kate Standish (katherine.standish@bmc.org) if you are interested in learning more or applying.
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Join in Tufts Interdisciplinary Evaluation Research (TIER)
Application period closing on May 22nd
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Our team at Tufts Interdisciplinary Evaluation Research (TIER) is currently recruiting Community Evaluators for projects that will begin this summer | |
What is the Community Evaluator Project? | |
This is a research training program that brings together residents, service providers, program participants, community leaders, and researchers to collaborate on research and evaluation projects. Community Evaluators will: | |
- Be trained to design evaluation projects, collect data in their communities (for example, lead focus groups/conduct interviews), analyze data, and translate findings into program and policy recommendations.
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- Work on community-based evaluation projects to help the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) understand emerging public health challenges faced by families and individuals in the state.
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- Be compensated at $38/hour for about 12–15 hours of work each month for 6–9 months. The training and projects will begin in July 2023
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Help Build the Dorchester Food Co-op!
Donate by June 5, 2023
| The Mission of the Dorchester Food Co-op is to challenge the traditional food system by building a community and worker-owned asset that nourishes, employs, and reinvests in the local community. | |
We believe that everyone has the right to wholesome food. The goal of this campaign is $19,903. MGCC will match it 2:1, turning it to almost $60,000!! to buy equipment for the "Grab & Go" section of the store. | |
Cradles to Crayons Massachusetts Wish List | |
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In May, The Giving Factory® is highlighting our need for Short Sleeve Shirts and Shorts
As the warmer months approach, it's time to swap out coats and sweaters for short sleeve shirts and shorts! Cradles to Crayons is doing our best to ensure that the 1 in 3 children facing Clothing Insecurity in Massachusetts is prepared with seasonally appropriate clothes to stay cool this spring and summer. We're relying on your support to keep our shelves full of these items that are now in high demand.
Help us secure short sleeve shirts and shorts in our most needed sizes so every child has the opportunity to thrive this summer—shop our Amazon Wish List today.
Remember that Cradles to Crayons also accepts gently-used short sleeve shirts and shorts! Learn about what items we accept, and donate today by dropping them off at, or shipping them to, Cradles to Crayons at 281 Newtonville Avenue, Newton, MA 02460.
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Participate in a Study at Harvard | |
Have you given birth in the last 6-12 months? Harvard is offering an opportunity to participate in a study. Check it out below! | |
How was your childbirth experience? | | |
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We at Harvard University and Mass General Hospital are collaborating with other investigators around the globe to improve maternal mental health following childbirth. For this purpose, we would like to learn about your recent childbirth experience.
Let's work together to collect critical information to ensure that women will receive all the support they deserve around childbirth.
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Click the button below to complete an anonymous survey. It will take around 15 minutes, and is only open to those who gave birth at a Harvard-affiliated Hospital within the past 6-12 weeks. | |
Help expand access to breastfeeding support in your
neighborhood or workplace!
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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. | | | | |
