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  • PUMP Act and Pregnant Workers Fairness are now LAW!

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    On December 29, 2022, the following federal bills were signed into law, expanding federal protections for both pregnant and breastfeeding workers. Click the details link to find out what that means for families and employers in Kansas. PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act: Expands the legal right to receive pumping breaks and private space to nearly 9 million […]

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  • Part-time Contract Opportunity

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    The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC) is seeking a part-time contractor to provide management and logistical support as the KBC Operations Coordinator. In this position, an independent contractor will assist the KBC team with projects, events, and overall operations. The contract is for Feb. 1, 2023 – Dec. 31, 2023, with an award amount of $26,000 for an […]

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  • Conference Photos!

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    Check out these images from the Kansas 2022 Breastfeeding Conference. We are already excited about next year! Click any image to enlarge it.

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  • Breast Cancer Prevention: Breastfeeding Plays an Important Role

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    By Brenda Bandy, IBCLCCo-Executive Director, Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition Oct. 1, 2022 The research is clear. Breastfeeding is one of only a handful of things a person can do over their lifetime to lower their risk of breast cancer. In general, the benefits of breastfeeding are “dose-dependent”.  Meaning the more months a person breastfeeds over their […]

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Federal & State Policy Updates from First 1000 Days Kansas

April 7, 2023 at 9:00 am

Breastfeeding 101: The Basics

April 20, 2023 at 8:30 am

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Online Prenatal Breastfeeding Education Resources

Image Source: United States Breastfeeding Committee Online Prenatal Breastfeeding Education Resources The following are...

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Communities Supporting Breastfeeding The Community Supporting Breastfeeding designation recognizes communities who support breastfeeding families...

We are committed to assisting employers to support their breastfeeding employees. Please contact us...

Breastfeeding Welcome Here

In Kansas, 80% of mothers initiate breastfeeding. These mothers are more likely to patronize...

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Manhattan, KS 66503

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The mission of the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition, Inc. is to improve the health and well-being of Kansans by working collaboratively to promote, protect and support breastfeeding.

The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition, Inc. envisions a time to come in which: breastfeeding is normal and supported throughout Kansas.

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