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WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT AND ADVOCATE FOR BREASTFEEDING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN BREASTFEEDING SUCCESS.
Welcome to the
WE ARE HERE TO SUPPORT AND ADVOCATE FOR BREASTFEEDING FAMILIES AND COMMUNITY MEMBERS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN BREASTFEEDING SUCCESS.
Busted! Breastfeeding Violations Right Here in MA
/in For Employers, For Members, For Parents, For Providers /by Emily SylvesterWe have a problem on our hands people. This problem is putting our moms and babies at risk for misleading infant feeding information and interfering with the breastfeeding support that all moms deserve. See exhibit A below: Importance of Exhibit A: Violation of WHO Code circa 1981: THIS PICTURE WAS TAKEN IN THE FALL […]
2020 BLACK LIVES MATTER ADVOCACY STATEMENT
/in For Employers, For Members, For Parents, For Providers /by Emily SylvesterJUNE 19, 2020 As a community, the Massachusetts Breastfeeding Coalition (MBC) feels compelled to take a stand and speak out during these important and pivotal times. The racial injustices that plague this country have perpetuated a culture that does not support, respect, or value the lives of black and brown people. We stand in solidarity […]
TELEHEALTH AND GETTING EXPERT BREASTFEEDING HELP
/in For Employers, For Parents, For Providers /by Emily SylvesterThe following breastfeeding consultation services are available from breastfeeding experts in MA through Telehealth services. Some services can be reimbursed by insurance. Families are encouraged to check with their individual insurance providers regarding coverage of lactation help. This is not an exclusive list and additional breeastfeeding help, free and paid, can be found at ZipMilk.org […]
COVID-19 and Breastfeeding
/in For Employers, For Parents, For Providers /by Emily SylvesterIn these times of ever-changing information and in-the-moment decisions, we are turning to the recommendations from WHO and UNICEF for guidance with COVID-19 and breastfeeding. All data here is updated 4.30.2020. According to WHO: FAQs: Breastfeeding and Covid-19 For Healthcare Workers April 28, 2020 “Mothers and infants should be enabled to remain together and […]