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Breast Milk and TSA Policies
Having food for our babies while we’re travelling is important. TSA lists specific foods as “medically necessary liquids”. The policies for handling these foods and breast pumps needs to be consistently enforced.
Be an Effective Advocate
“There are so many different ways to be involved and they’re all really important.”
Breastfeeding After Breast Cancer
This story and these resources will help you understand and plan for breastfeeding after breast cancer.
Pumping & Storing Milk at Work
We recommend creating a scheduling and experimenting with your pumping routine, and be sure you have the right equipment to make it a bit easier.
Stocking Up On Milk
Start preparing to pump at work about 6 weeks before your return date by pumping and freezing milk. You really only need enough milk for the first day you and your baby are separated, plus some extra as a cushion!
Your Back to Work Plan After Having a Baby
Creating a back to work plan and discussing it with your supervisor before your return to work can greatly increase the likelihood of a positive return-to-work experience for both you and your employer.
Productive Advocacy
“ Fight for the things you care about. But do it in a way that will lead others to join you.” - Ruth Bader Ginsburg
Making Milk, Providing Milk.
There are several ways for us to better provide more Human Milk to more babies. World Breastfeeding Week is August 1-7, focused on Closing the Gap.
Pride Celebration
I have seen changes happening in lactation spaces…more terms being used.. more research… more trainings being offered that focus on 2SLGBTQIA+ lactation.
Care for Caregivers
Each of the stories at our Patchwork of Parenting event will deepen your appreciation of caregiving and parenting.
Marketing Breast-Milk Substitutes
Manipulative marketing about feeding babies is targeted at vulnerable parents. Participate in a research study that will collect data on this negative practice.
A Milk Depot in Downeast Maine
Ellsworth Milk Depot Open Houses!
Wednesdays 1-3:30 February 28, March 6 March 13 Anchored Womens Health in Ellsworth. Learn more about the donating Human Milk and the network of Milk Banks.
Resources for Parents Who Pump At Work
Returning to work is like early postpartum, a time of adjustment for you and your family. Some planning ahead will smooth the transition.
Our Coalition is Growing
Look what we accomplished in 2023. We look forward to more good work in 2024.
Wonderful and Safe Sleep
Safe Sleep Practices are steps you can take to reduce risks. Then you and your family will rest easier.
Diversity and Inclusion
The lived experience and emotional labor of marginalized people have inherent value. Listen to and respect the knowledge they give.
Thanking our Sponsors
Soft Corner midwives offer a safe space for all phases of reproductive care.