Boston Breastfeeding Coalition | |
“The next generation is able to mimic what we’ve continued to do, by serving our community, celebrating them, and putting our words into practice and action” | |
Black Breastfeeding Week Highlight | |
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In celebration of National Breastfeeding Month and Black Breastfeeding Week, Vital Village Networks AmeriCorp Vista, Addison Grimm, shares a two part blog around her experience working with the Boston Breastfeeding Coalition Black Breastfeeding Week Committee and the impact of this important week.
"The women who devote their time and energy into making such inclusive events possible hold Black Breastfeeding close to their hearts. When asked what the planning experience was like, words such as phenomenal, exciting, and celebration came into the conversation. Dominique Bellegarde CLC, CLE, stated that what makes hosting and planning an event so special is that “as a Village we can create things together. Having the resources and the tools [to do so] has been very helpful and encouraging.” In a similar vein, Euness Cirino CLC, Peer Counselor emphasized that from the first BBW planning meeting, to participating in events, not only is the process a team effort it is also fun and exciting!"
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Connect with Vital Village Networks at these upcoming events | |
Celebrating Connection & Our Communities | |
The Boston Breastfeeding Coalition’s Black Breastfeeding Week Committee | |
We aim to reclaim Black breastfeeding by celebrating and lifting up Boston’s Black breastfeeding families and their village through supportive and affirming community engagement events and spaces. We must challenge the dominant narrative by centralizing Black families with collective support to achieve equity in breastfeeding outcomes. | |
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National Community Leadership Summit
October 17th 2023
| Calling all advocates for children and families! Join us in Boston this October for the Vital Village Networks 2023 National Community Leadership Summit. | |
Connect with Vital Village Network at these upcoming events | |
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Black Breastfeeding Week Events
The Celebration Continues!
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Family Paint Night
Tuesday evenings during the Month of August : 6-730pm
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The Guild Works ~260 Washington St. Dorchester
Today is a great day to be Alive and Paint!! Free food, paint supplies,music and a time to spend with others in the commune about breastfeeding discussions while we paint on how breastfeeding makes us feel.
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Springfield Breastfeeding Celebration 2023
August 1st & 25th | 10:30 AM
August 27th | 5-7 PM
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Silent Auction Featuring ZNT Arts
August 24-30th
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Children’s Mental Health Storytimes:
In person and Virtual
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“My ‘Self’ in the World in-person storytime campaign continues!
Bring your children for book readings, songs, activities, and free book giveaways!
Target age 3-8, book giveaway has limited supply- first come first serve! No registration required.
Children’s Mental Health Storytimes group, a collaboration between Vital Village and the Boston Public Library, is hosting mental health storytimes to educate young children about mental wellness. ”
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Summer is almost over, but that doesn't mean the fun is. Bring your loved ones kayaking on Fort Point, code a game inspired by the new Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles movie, enter Mass Audubon's photo contest, or visit one of the sprinklers before they close for the season! For bedtime stories here are our picks for September. You can also check out these fall-themed books, this list for grandparent's day, and this list for national dance day. Enjoy! ~DommiesBlessed | |
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CONtexts (Community Resources On Health Nearby Fun) is a free text messaging service and interactive resource sharing map that promotes child and family wellness by providing current information nearby community resources, wellness tips, and family-fun events.
Once you’re subscribed you will receive 3 weekly free text messages: Monday’s text - nearby community resources, Wednesday’s text - wellness tips, Friday’s text - a family-fun events
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Free Sign-Up To subscribe, text KIDS to +1 (844) 806-0616 | | |
Learn more about events and resources by our partners and community organizations | |
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Free Diapers & Wipes Available
Open Every 2nd & 4th Wednesday (Each Month)
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Springfield to recognize National Breastfeeding Month | |
According to the City of Springfield, Mayor Domenic Sarno and Health and Human Services (HHS) Commissioner Helen Caulton-Harris will be joining Mayoral Aide Shenell Ford and Heart2Heartbeat Lactation & Wellness for the ceremony to recognize National Breastfeeding Awareness Month along with a flag raising ceremony. | |
2023 Committee Service Application | |
The United States Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) seeks to fill up to 15 openings across six committees. Volunteers provide critical recommendations to the Board of Directors regarding membership, finances, operationalizing equity, and beyond. The following committees have openings. | |
Breastfeeding Support Resource for Lactation Professionals | |
First Droplets released "ABCs for Professionals," a training resource for lactation professionals, doctors, nurses, midwives, and doulas. The series of free videos provide information on current science and strategies to help new mothers. | |
Learn more about events and resources by our partners and community organizations | |
The Role: Donor Intake Specialist | |
Mothers’ Milk Bank Northeast, based in Newton, MA, seeks a full-time donor intake specialist (donor screener) to join our close-knit team. Counseling experience and lactation knowledge required. Bi-lingual strongly preferred. In-person position with limited hybrid available – 4+ days/week in office. Learn more about us here or on social media. | |
Milky Mama Scholarship Fund | |
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Milky Mama is proud to announce the Milky Mama Scholarship Fund which was created to increase the diversity and representation in the lactation field by increasing the number of IBCLCs from underrepresented communities.
The scholarship fund will pay for the certification course or exam fees for award recipients.
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Help expand access to breastfeeding support in your neighborhood or workplace! | In The Village, We All Belong | | |
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. | | | | |
