Supporting Moms’ Health in the Postpartum Period
Supporting Moms’ Health in the Postpartum Period Introduction The postpartum period is an important time for both mothers and newborns and is increasingly recognized as an opportune time for policy intervention. Although pregnancy-related deaths are rare in the United...
Improving Continuity of Care in Chest/Breastfeeding Support throughout IL Learning Collaborative
Improving Continuity of Care in Chest/Breastfeeding Support throughout IL Learning Collaborative Purpose This award is to support organizations interacting with pregnant and parenting families to improve breastfeeding support, continuity of care resources or services,...
CAN DIGITAL HEALTH HELP END PREVENTABLE MATERNAL AND NEWBORN DEATHS EQUITABLY?
Join us at the American Public Health Association’s Digital Conference for this exciting session! WHAT: CAN DIGITAL HEALTH HELP END PREVENTABLE MATERNAL AND NEWBORN DEATHS EQUITABLY? WHEN: Thursday, November 9, 2023, 11AM - 12PM ET WHERE: Online Learn more here!
It Takes a Team! Feeding, Swallowing and Dietetic Lactation Challenge
It Takes a Team! Feeding, Swallowing and Dietetic Lactation Challenge The Central Illinois Breastfeeding Task Force takes pride in offering annual conferences with unique learning opportunities and this year is no exception. On Friday, November 3, 2023, we are excited...
PUMP at Work Protections under the Fair Labor Standards Act for Teachers
WHAT: PUMP at Work Protections under the Fair Labor Standards Act for Teachers WHEN: Wednesday, February 28, 2024 4:00 AM - 5:00 AM Host: Jamil Harrison Register for webinar: if you want to attend, register here! When your registration is approved, you’ll receive an...
NEW! IPHI Request for Applications- Continuity of Care in Chest/Breastfeeding Collaborative
The Illinois Public Health Institute is pleased to announce a new opportunity: NEW! Improving Continuity of Care and Support for Breastfeeding throughout Illinois Learning Collaborative Request for Applications! This collaborative focuses on supporting organizations...
Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies: Preparedness Systems for Communities to Keep Babies Safe
Infant and Young Child Feeding in Emergencies: Preparedness Systems for Communities to Keep Babies Safe Date & Time: Nov 2, 2023 02:00 AM in Taipei Description: Join the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) and the National Association of County and City Health...
Young Children and New Parents in Every State Could Be Turned Away From WIC or Have Their Benefits Cut Under Pending Appropriations Bills
Young Children and New Parents in Every State Could Be Turned Away From WIC or Have Their Benefits Cut Under Pending Appropriations Bills Funding in fiscal year 2024 Senate and House appropriations bills for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women,...
Welcoming Franklin County to the Breastfeeding Family Friendly network!
Welcoming Franklin County to the Breastfeeding Family Friendly network! Franklin County is working towards the Ten Steps to a Breastfeeding Family Friendly Community. This is not just about providing lactation support to families; it’s about changing the very systems...
Improving the Circle of Care in Lactation: Who’s Really to Blame? By Shonte’ Terhune-Smith, BS, IBCLC, CLS, BD
Improving the Circle of Care in Lactation: Who's Really to Blame? presented by Shonte’ Terhune-Smith, BS, IBCLC, CLS, B Description from our presenter: "This presentation will examine standard prenatal and postpartum practices and how they continue to fail families by...