by Caitlin Roberts, BFPC
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August is World Breastfeeding Awareness Month. The first week of August (1-7) is dedicated to World Breastfeeding Week. How awesome is that, to have a whole month dedicated to raise awareness about breastfeeding?
Over the last several years breastfeeding has been a taboo topic, but we are working towards overcoming that, which is fantastic!
Every year there is a “theme” to go with Breastfeeding Month; this year it is “Breastfeeding: Foundation of Life.” Breastfeeding is such a wonderful gift to be able to give your baby, despite the challenges that may come along with it.
Breastfeeding moms need support, encouragement, and love, and that is part of the reason for dedicating a whole month to breastfeeding. If you’re a breastfeeding mama (or know someone) that needs support, encouragement, or help please don’t hesitate to reach out.
I am more than happy to help. If you’re a breastfeeding mama that is able to reach out and help another mama that is struggling, please don’t hesitate to do so. Be part of the change of normalizing breastfeeding!
Saint Joseph Health Department does a wonderful job of putting together activities for World Breastfeeding Month and anyone is welcome to join in on those. There is a list below if you know anyone who may be interested! Grab a friend and join the fun!
Mama’s Milk Café World Breastfeeding Month events
Aug. 1 from 11:30-1 (Wednesday) Milk and Cookies Story Time at Rolling Hills Library
Aug. 4 from 11-12 (Saturday) St. Joe MO Latch on at East Hills Mall, Food Court
Breastfeeding moms will be feeding their babies at the same time around the globe
Aug. 7 from 11:30-1:30 (Tuesday) BF 101 at East Hills Library 502 N. Woodbine Rd
Everything you need to know about breastfeeding! Expecting moms, new moms and support person encouraged to attend!
Aug. 18 from 10-12 (Saturday) Milk Stroll at Bartlett Park, 3100 Monterey St.
A walk open to anyone who supports breastfeeding, walk with other breastfeeding mamas, sign in at 10, walk starts at 10:30
Aug. 22 from (Wednesday) Mommy and Me Yoga Sessions at 11 and 1 at “The Yoga Room,” 410 Felix
Aug. 31 (Friday) Foundation to Life Celebration Dinner 5-7 RSVP on Facebook Wyatt Park Christian Church at 2623 Mitchell Ave
You can find event pages for all of the events on Facebook.
If you need any help, please contact the Daviess County Health Department. Caitlin Roberts is in the office on Wednesdays 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. (660-663-2414) and Angela Wayne is available all other times at 660-663-5147 (either text or call).