August 2024 is the 14th annual National Breastfeeding Month
We would like to highlight the importance of protecting, promoting, and supporting lactation in the human life cycle, as well as providing support for new parents and families. Additionally, we hope to emphasize the role that individuals, funders, and policymakers can play in contributing to a thriving and sustainable lactation field. Your participation is greatly appreciated in helping ensure that families have the necessary support to succeed in this area.
Step 1: Learn about National Breastfeeding month and what each week means!
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August 1-7: World Breastfeeding Week & National WIC Breastfeeding Week
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August 8-14: Indigenous Milk Medicine Week
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August 15-21: Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Week
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August 25-31: Black Breastfeeding Week
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September 1-7: Workplace Lactation Week
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September 3-9: Semana de La Lactancia Latina
Step 2: Share your passion and support for Breastfeeding with friends and family on Social Media.
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Step 3: Visit Baby Cafe to volunteer or to assist in registering a breastfeeding mother for a chance to win a gift basket during the month of August.
120 W 3rd St First Floor Jamestown, NY 14701 on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 11 AM - 1 PM​
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Step 4: Learn about how you can donate breastmilk or assist mothers in donating breastmilk to our Breastmilk Depot.
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Step 5: Consider making a donation or asking friends and family to contribute to Babycafe through social media.
Thank you for your support and interest in Babycafe!
