National breastfeeding month is intended to highlight the benefits of breastfeeding for mother and child. In addition, it aims to educate and spread awareness on resources and organizations that promote breastfeeding education and support.
National Breastfeeding Awareness Month
- Resources:
- US Breastfeeding Committee: https://www.usbreastfeeding.org/national-breastfeeding-month.html
- March of Dimes – National Breastfeeding Awareness Month: https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/blog/august-national-breastfeeding-month
- WIC Breastfeeding Support: https://wicbreastfeeding.fns.usda.gov/
- CDC – Breastfeeding: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding/index.htm
- La Leche League International – Breastfeeding Support: https://llli.org/
- KS Specific Resources:
- KDHE – Breastfeeding Resources: https://www.kdhe.ks.gov/1252/Breastfeeding-Related-Websites
- Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition – Breastfeeding Support: https://ksbreastfeeding.org/local-resources/