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    Governor Kelly Proclaims August “Kansas Breastfeeding Month”

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    FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: August 1, 2023 Contact: Philip.Harris@ks.gov, bbandy@ksbreastfeeding.org In support of World Breastfeeding Week and National Breastfeeding Month TOPEKA – At an official signing ceremony, Governor Laura Kelly proclaims August “Kansas Breastfeeding Month.” This proclamation recognizes the importance of breastfeeding for the health and well-being of Kansans. “We are extremely pleased with Governor Kelly’s […]

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  • “Community Supporting Breastfeeding PLUS” Designation Awarded!

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    Congratulations!  The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition officially designates Wichita as the first “Community Supporting Breastfeeding Plus” in Kansas! Through your hard work and dedication, you are leading the way in building a culture of breastfeeding support by removing barriers and increasing equitable opportunities for breastfeeding support. In recognition of Wichita’s new designation as a Community Supporting Breastfeeding Plus, […]

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  • Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition Awards Grants to Support Breastfeeding in Kansas

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    With a goal of supporting breastfeeding families throughout Kansas, three local breastfeeding coalitions received funding totaling $3,000 from the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition (KBC) Mini-Grant Initiative. The following local breastfeeding coalition projects received funding from the KBC: Ford County Breastfeeding Coalition – Assist Ford County to achieve the “Community Supporting Breastfeeding Plus” designation by working with […]

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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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Kansas 2023 Breastfeeding Conference

October 26, 2023 at 8:00 am

Breastfeeding 101: The Basics

December 7, 2023 at 8:30 am

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Prenatal Breastfeeding Education

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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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Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition, Inc.

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3005 Cherry Hill
Manhattan, KS 66503

E-mail: info@ksbreastfeeding.org

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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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