Happy Birthday to our country! I’d also like to say Happy Birthday to the lucky next generation of nursing families! Why you ask? The 4th of July festivities changed for me in 1990. That was the day I gave birth to my first child, Nicholas.…
June is Pride Month!
June is PRIDE month. The composition of the family has shifted with increased diversification. Social recognition and acceptance of individuals identifying as lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer (LGBTQ) have led to a new population of parents. The BRC strives to educate our staff on inclusivity. We…
The poll results are in!
We asked YOU what were your favorite and least favorite baby shower gifts. We also wanted to know the gift you wished you received. Here are the top three winning results! FAVORITE SHOWER GIFTS: 1. Higher priced items like high chair, pack and play, and…
Celebrating World Breastfeeding Month A successful celebration despite COVID-19 restrictions
In spite of COVID-19’s enduring impact, the Breastfeeding Resource Center hosted their annual celebrations of both World Breastfeeding Week (WBW) and Black Breastfeeding Week (BBW). Keeping the safety of their clients in mind, the non-profit organization hosted breastfeeding parents and their babies in virtual gatherings…
Breastfeeding and Social Justice
Just when we thought we may be nearing a loosening up of the quarantine, we witnessed again, the death of a black man at the hands of police. I’m sure like me, your current emotions are changing like the ups and downs of a roller coaster ride. One minute you may think this…
Breastfeeding and Pumping at Work
Breastfeeding and Pumping at Work: Staying Safe & Keeping Peace of Mind During COVID-19 As our region is headed for the Governor’s yellow reopening phase at the beginning of June, many moms are heading back to work on location for the first time in a…
Breastfeeding & Quarantine-ing
When I finally sit down in the rocking chair in my baby’s nursery after the bedtime routine, I take a deep breath, cuddle him close, sniff his freshly washed head, and…worry some more. What about breastfeeding a baby during a pandemic? Do I need to stop? Should I pump and have someone else bottle feed him?
2019 Annual Report Reflects Breastfeeding Center’s Client Journey and Support
Here at the Breastfeeding Resource Center, our mission is to provide expert clinical and educational breastfeeding services in order to support our clients through their entire breastfeeding journey. This journey, which is unique to every client, was the focus of our 2019 annual report, detailing…
Sleep. . .the Second Most Asked Question at the BRC
We need to offer an option to the often-used “cry it out” or “controlled crying” method
Tips for Traveling with Babies and Kids
With the holiday season already in full swing, here are a few tips and tricks for traveling with little ones. EXTRA TIME. No matter how you are traveling, be sure to give yourself extra leeway with arrival and departure times. Diapers,nursing sessions, potty breaks, and…
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