Sharing our 2020 Baby Fair Resources that you might find helpful! Livingston County Community Resources for Pregnant People and Young Families – Download your FREE guide here Download your FREE Birth Story Journal with prompts here CLICK HERE to Watch the 2020 Baby Fair event: Courageous Parenting in Times...
What is the PUMP Act? The PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act (“PUMP Act”) is a new law that makes several important changes to the Break Time for Nursing Mothers law, which has required since 2010 that employers nationwide provide reasonable break time and a private, non-bathroom space for lactating...
It’s National Breastfeeding Month, and we are shining a light on efforts taking place in Michigan to promote and support breastfeeding families. Genesee County WIC recently released a series of videos promoting breastfeeding in Genesee County. Each person featured in the videos is either a WIC client or clinic...
As reported by the U.S. Breastfeeding Committee (USBC) on January 7, 2023: The Providing Urgent Maternal Protections (PUMP) for Nursing Mothers Act was signed into law on Sunday, December 29, 2022.The Break Time for Nursing Mothers law, passed in 2010, requires employers to provide reasonable break time and a private, non-bathroom space for breastfeeding...
Breastfeeding has health benefits for both babies and mothers. Breast milk provides a baby with ideal nutrition and supports growth and development. Breastfeeding can also help protect baby and mom against certain illnesses and diseases. Five great benefits of breastfeeding. Breast milk is the best source of nutrition for...
Are you a new or expecting parent? Join the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) for a virtual baby fair to learn how to be better prepared for your best adventure yet! Learn about resources available to you, important information, and ask questions to experts. Tuesday, June...
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is excited about the official release of The Michigan Breastfeeding Plan: Strategies to Advance Breastfeeding 2021 – 2024. Thank you again to everyone who participated in this process through our statewide survey, public comment period, and internal workgroup. MDHHS is committed...