BREASTFEEDING RESOURCES

Looking for more information on breastfeeding? Here are some helpful links:

Informational Websites
KellyMom.com: Breastfeeding and Parenting
Provides mothers with evidence-based answers to any breastfeeding topics

La Leche League
Breastfeeding resources and mother support groups

Infant Risk Center
Dr. Hale provides evidence-based information on the use of medications while breastfeeding

Womenshealth.gov
How-to information and support to help women breastfeed successfully

Work and Pump
Support and information for working mothers

National Association of Professional and Peer Lactation Supporters of Color
Find a lactation professional of color

Black Breastfeeding 360
A comprehensive multi-media content library of resources, perspectives and voices of the Black breastfeeding experience

Breastfeeding Handouts/Pamplets/Brochures/Flyers

Breastfeeding Advocacy and Support


African American Breastfeeding Alliance
Empowering Black families to breastfeed their children

Uzazi Village
Providing support groups for breastfeeding mothers

Black Women Do Breastfeed

R.O.S.E
Programs that include breastfeeding clubs for moms

Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association
Providing resources and support to African American breastfeeding families

Local Resources

Kaleida Health Lactation Services / Breastfeeding

The Lactation Department employs registered nurses who are board certified lactation consultants.

Durham Baby Cafe

Provides knowledgeable support for pregnant and breastfeeding mothers and their babies and families.