Orange County Breastfeeding Coalition

It’s National Breastfeeding Month and I’ve been thinking about the most rad things that BreastfeedLA has done this year. Next week we have a Know Your Rights two day advocacy training in LA and thanks to other rad folks like Tanya Reyes, we were able to coordinate pregnant and parenting LAUSD students to be bussed to the training. And one former student who will be presenting on a panel who had to fight for her right to lactation accommodations at In-N-Out. We have done a lot of rad stuff this year but having these students at this training is literally in my top five highlights of the year. We provided scholarships for all of these students to attend even though we did not have funding for it because we know how important it is that they receive this education. If you feel called to support efforts like this, please consider a donation to BFLA. Even a few dollars goes a long way.

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BreastfeedLA has a position open in case anyone wants to apply. It’s 1 day a week in Long Beach and the rest of the time virtual. https://www.indeed.com/job/lactation-consultant-program-manager-b89c7db1abf4a525

Lactation Study Now Enrolling Join a human lactation study to help us learn more about the diversity of “liquid gold.” Participation involves phone interviews + self-collection of milk and other samples. Find out more at https://mommysmilkresearch.org/antibiotics.

Hi All,

I’m meeting with OCHCA on Thursday and LACDPH tomorrow to talk about the formula shortage and would like to hear from local parents about what you are seeing and what kind of support you need. An example would be if you are seeing hoarding of formula, or stores that are empty, or no issue at all, and support might look like increased accessible and free lactation support, more variety of formula at WIC, a list of places to go for formula in emergencies, etc. Please let me know what you are seeing and what you need. Thank you!

Jack is Back! But we need your input! Should we have him speak in person or virtually? Let us know!

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In December 2020, Yamaguchi was 36 weeks pregnant when she was diagnosed with Covid-19 and Maren was delivered by C-section, though she wouldn’t meet her for another five months.

Pregnant with COVID, she survived a nightmare When Amy Yamaguchi awoke after a lung transplant surgery, she had trouble with her memory. She didn’t know she was married or that she had a baby.

sometimes I wonder
if mary breastfed jesus
if she cried out when he bit her
or if she sobbed when he would not latch

and sometimes I wonder
if this is all too vulgar
to ask in a church
full of men
without milk stains on their shirts
or coconut oil on their breasts
preaching from pulpits off limits to the mother of god

but then i think of feeding jesus
birthing jesus
the expulsion of blood
and smell of sweat
the salt of a mother’s tears
onto the soft head of the salt of the earth
feeling lonely
and tired
hungry
annoyed
overwhelmed
loving

and i think
if the vulgarity of birth is not
honestly preached
by men who carry power but not burden
who carry privilege but not labor
who carry authority but not submission
then it should not be preached at all

because the real scandal of the birth of god
lies in the cracked ni***es of a
14 year old
and not in the sermons of ministers
who say women
are too delicate
to lead

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If you can give anything towards the match it’s greatly appreciated! We only have $350 left to go to reach the match! www.bit.ly/BFLA2021

Provide a scholarship for a future lactation consultant! It only costs $550 to champion one student to complete our lactation education course. However, a donation of any amount holds the potential to ignite the power of a future lactation consultant, and forever change Los Angeles! We have trained over 450 individuals in lactation education, yet disparit...

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In the past one week we have raised more than $1,000!

Thank you for your generous gift to APIBTF. We are thrilled to have your support. Through your donation we have been able to continue promoting and supporting breastfeeding in API communities and will soon start a API virtual Baby Cafe! A special thanks to our friends at Sarah Wells Breast Pump Bags and Michigan Breastfeeding Network. You truly make the difference for us, and we are extremely grateful!

Support the API Breastfeeding Task Force by donating here:
https://breastfeedla.networkforgood.com/projects/109692-asian-pacific-islander-breastfeeding-task-force

過去一週我們得到了超過1,000美元的捐款！

謝謝每一個為亞太裔母乳推動小組慷慨解囊的朋友，您的支持令我們感動不已。因為有您的捐款，我們將得以繼續在亞太裔社區裡推廣並保護哺乳權，並且即將開設一個專為亞太裔家庭服務的Baby Cafe! 特別感謝我們在Sarah Wells媽媽包和密西根母乳協會的朋友，你們的支持對我們意義重大。再次謝謝！

支持亞太裔母乳推動小組，請按這裡捐款：
https://breastfeedla.networkforgood.com/projects/109692-asian-pacific-islander-breastfeeding-task-force

Asian & Pacific Islander Breastfeeding Task Force condemns recent attacks against Asian American and Pacific islanders (AAPIs) across the nation and calls ALL to stand up again anti-Asian hate and racism in all forms. In the past year, Asian elders have been severely injured or killed all over America.
For resources on how to aid the AAPI community on fighting hate and structural racism, visit AdvancingJustice-LA.org https://advancingjustice-aajc.org

亞太裔母乳推動小組譴責近日發生的針對亞太裔人士的攻擊事件，並呼籲起而對抗任何形式的歧視。過去的這一年當中，全國各地都傳出亞裔年長者在仇恨攻擊中受傷的事件，我們對此感到憂心。如果您需要如何幫助亞太裔社區或對抗種族仇恨的資訊，請參考亞美公益促進中心網站。 https://advancingjustice-aajc.org

Asian Americans Advancing Justice | AAJC Our mission is to advance the civil and human rights for Asian Americans and to build and promote a fair and equitable society for all.

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to see Dr. Jackman in a webinar! This coming Friday, March 5th from 8am-3:15pm join BreastfeedLA for Navigating Breastfeeding Support with Dr. Jack Newman: Early Concerns In Infant Feeding and Milk Transfer. http://bit.ly/bfladrjacknewman Additionally, from 3:30pm-4:30pm An Intimate Discussion with Dr. Jack Newman - this is an opportunity for only a few lucky participants to ask Dr. Newman any burning questions they may have about lactation, infant and mother support, his research. Don't miss this exclusive opportunity!. Only 5 more tickets available as of now! http://bit.ly/bfladrjacknewman

We are looking for community members who are constituents of Dave Min who are available from 3:00pm-4pm this Friday, February 5th, who want to meet with their legislator over zoom to advocate for wage replacement for paid family leave to go up to 90%. If you are interested in joining us, please let me know and I can reach out with more details!

Lactation support providers in OC. Have you been able to get a vaccine appointment?

Please join BreastfeedLA on January 15, 2020 from 9 AM to 12 PM PT for Ma*****na, Opioids, and Breastfeeding: Research, Impacts, and Needed Information a half day live webinar that will be recorded and available for one month featuring Dr. Thomas Hale. Dr. Hale will focus on the latest research conducted pertaining to ma*****na and opioids and its impacts on human milk. He will give insights into how you can provide accurate information to breast/chestfeeding parents and evaluate the risks in each individual situation. Directly following the lecture Dr. Hale will be available to answer questions from our audience.

2.5 L- CERPs and 3 Contact Hours will be awarded!

Register here: https://bit.ly/lactationanddrugs

Please join us on January 15, 2021 from 9 AM to 12 PM PT for Ma*****na, Opioids, and Breastfeeding: Research, Impacts, and Needed Information a half day live webinar that will be recorded and available for one month featuring Dr. Thomas Hale. Dr. Hale will focus on the latest research conducted pertaining to ma*****na and opioids and its impacts on human milk. He will give insights into how you can provide accurate information to breast/chestfeeding parents and evaluate the risks in each individual situation. Directly following the lecture Dr. Hale will be available to answer questions from our audience.

2.5 L- CERPs and 3 Contact Hours will be awarded!

Register here: https://bit.ly/lactationanddrugs

If anyone is looking for a pump or baby blanket or anything, the local breastfeeding coalition, BreastfeedLA is having a silent auction to raise money for their advocacy work. Auction is open until December 1st. If you want to check out any items. There are three amazing breast pumps on the auction so you could snag one at an amazing price. Www.bit.ly/Auction4BFLA.

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Are you a current or former “casual” longshore worker at the Los Angeles/Long Beach docks?

Within the past 5 years, have you:

* Been unable to work because of pregnancy, childbirth, or the need to pump breastmilk?
* Been denied “light duty” when you were pregnant or dealing with a pregnancy-related condition?
* Had difficulty pumping breastmilk while at work?
* Been delayed in reaching Class A or Class B status because you lost hours while pregnant or breastfeeding?

The ACLU wants to hear from you.

Pregnancy and Lactation Discrimination at the Docks | American Civil Liberties Union This Survey does not give legal advice, and you should not rely on it as legal advice. You should not rely on the information you get from this site and should speak with a lawyer to get advice on your specific situation. We also cannot promise that the information on this site is complete, accurate...

Most working Californians pay for Paid Family Leave benefits, but many could lose their job or be demoted for using them. All workers’ jobs should be protected when they need time off to bond with a new child or care for a seriously ill member.

Thank you Governor Newsom and the Legislature for your efforts thus far and we urge you to continue prioritizing PFL job protections in the final 2020-21 Budget. Our families and communities will be stronger for it.

Call your legislators to voice your support! https://actnow.io/IWeHsxF

PT RN Lactation consultant needed at KP Downey on nights, 7p-3a. Anyone know anyone??

Meet Arissa, the executive director of BreastfeedLA! Breastfeed LA has been a long standing member of the California Work and Family Coalition for many years. They were a key partner in our Paid Leave webinar series, and we will be partnering with them to do a Paid Family Leave training for CPSP coordinators and others who work with pregnant and parenting individuals.

If you are interested in attending this webinar, please Register in advance at:
https://buff.ly/2W3BX6m

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’s package is the most comprehensive legislative effort yet to address every dimension of the Black maternal health crisis in America. We’re proud to support this important legislation. https://blackmaternalhealthcaucus-underwood.house.gov/Momnibus

Black Maternal Health Momnibus About the Black Maternal Health Momnibus Act of 2020 Background