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From Our Ancestors to Our Children: The History and Legacy of Black Breastfeeding

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August 25 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm

The Perinatal Health Equity Initiative centers its lactation acumen in the fabric of historical context of the Black Breastfeeding experience. Grounded in research, evidence-informed data, PHEI strives to uplift the history of Black Breastfeeding experience and the structures that support and at times diminish the importance of human milk. This webinar will dive deep into the historical context of BLACK BREASTFEEDING, naming traditional practices that support breastfeeding, policies and procedures that interfere with the black breastfeeding experience, and the unique challenges Black women encounter along their infant feeding journey. Led by Founder and Executive Director Dr. Nastassia K. Harris. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER 

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  • Date: August 25
  • Time:
    12:30 pm - 1:30 pm