We recently featured our client, Vanessa, who overcame many unexpected challenges in not only her birth plan but also in the first few months with her new daughter, Anastasia. Because of the Breastfeeding Resource Center, Vanessa was able to access resources for lactation support–such as…
Formula Shortage – What are the options?
The formula shortage is something I never thought I would see. I can only imagine the stress families are under when there might not be enough food available for their baby. So, what is a family to do? If you scroll through social media, you…
Representation Matters at the BRC
I’ve heard about the BIPOC Scholarship, but what is it, and why do we need to fund it? Our Black Indigenous Person of Color (BIPOC) Scholarship for Aspiring IBCLCs, which offers $10,000 in support, was created to increase racial diversity among people entering the IBCLC profession.…
Celebrating St. Paddy’s Day with a Drink?
So, you’ve abstained from alcohol since you found out you were pregnant, and you are thinking about enjoying some sort of green beverage on St. Paddy’s day. The good news is that the rules for drinking and breastfeeding are a little different than when you…
A note of thanks!
As we move on into November, you can’t help but think of Thanksgiving! It’s the time to search for all those things we are thankful for. During 2020, it’s easy to harp on negative. COVID, the election season, a new baby in the house, home schooling your children while working from home……
Happy Birthday to our country!
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…
A reflection of 2020…
We’re getting close to the end of 2020! Yes, I know we still have all the holidays of December, but personally, for me, those are all about family… and we all know how that’s been working out this year. Just like the new families of 2020 babies… we’re all experiencing a…
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…
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