It’s Worth It!
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All the support, resources, tips, and information for a positive breast/chestfeeding journey. Whether you are a first-time parent, or are on your second round (or more!), there are many resources you can access to help make your experience a positive one!
Learn more about how to Make It Yours with checklists and ways to ease the breast/chestfeeding process; Bonding with Baby, including the benefits of skin-to-skin contact and rooming-in; locating Community Support in your area, including support from healthcare providers and child care providers; and It’s Your Journey, with tips and information for those working or going to school while lactating. |
“I feel like the more information parents get, the better their breastfeeding journey is.” |
Learn About the Benefits of Breastfeeding
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“I know that breastfeeding boosts their immune system, enhances brain function, and lowers risks of certain diseases. I also know that breastfeeding reduces my experience of postpartum mood disorders and breast cancer.” |
A note on breast/chestfeeding terms
You may have noticed the terms “chestfeeding”, as well as “human milk feeding”, along with other less gendered language on this website. This updated language recognizes that the lactation field is moving towards more inclusive language to provide more inclusive support. Not all people identify with the term “breastfeeding”. Some people prefer “chestfeeding”, some prefer “human milk feeding” and some prefer “breastfeeding”. All are acceptable and we encourage you to ask the families you work with what terms they prefer.
For more information on how to use these terms interchangeably, as well as definitions and details, we encourage you to review The Continuity of Care in Breastfeeding Support Blueprint developed by National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) and the United States Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). In addition to support for providing more inclusive language, the Blueprint includes a robust framework for implementing inclusive lactation public health programs.
For more information on how to use these terms interchangeably, as well as definitions and details, we encourage you to review The Continuity of Care in Breastfeeding Support Blueprint developed by National Association of County and City Health Officials (NACCHO) and the United States Breastfeeding Committee (USBC). In addition to support for providing more inclusive language, the Blueprint includes a robust framework for implementing inclusive lactation public health programs.