Breastfeeding in Child Care in Kansas
Support Breastfeeding Parents In Child Care Settings
90% of parents in Kansas choose to breastfeed and want supportive child care providers.
Many parents report that they stop breastfeeding sooner than recommended and sooner than they want to because they have to return to work. Without support for breastfeeding in child care, Kansas families can’t provide their children with a healthy foundation.
That’s where you come in. As a child care provider there are ways you can support breastfeeding in child care in Kansas that will have ripple effects. Getting your child care designation and getting involved with the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition can help build a world where breastfeeding is supported and celebrated.
The first step is becoming a resource for the parents you serve, become a “Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider” today!
Create a Supportive Child Care Practice
Resources At Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition
Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Tool Kit
Everything you need to know about getting designated by Child Care Aware and the KBC as a breastfeeding-friendly child care practice in Kansas. Get answers to frequently asked questions, learn how to apply, and brush up on the benefits of breastfeeding for young children.
Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider Designation
List of Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Providers
Training for Child Care Providers
“How to Support Breastfeeding Mothers & Families” is available monthly for FREE through Kansas Child Care Training Opportunities. Click here for registration information. Graduates of the class can proudly display the “We Care for Breastfed Babies” window decal along with a “Feeding Tips” reference card. (Promotional flyer for the class) NOW available in Spanish 2x/year! (Promotional Flyer for Spanish class)
Email info@ksbreastfeeding.org to schedule in-person training for centers or groups.
Support breastfeeding in child care in Kansas
- Become a designated child care provider
- Make your program supportive for breastfeeding parents
- Implement policies that support breastfeeding
- Learn how to store and handle breast milk
Resources for Breastfeeding in Child Care in Kansas and Beyond!
- For Child Care Workers
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Breastfeeding FAQs for Child Care Providers
Child Care Providers and Breastfeeding Support (PDF)
Breastfeeding in the Child Care Setting / Spanish Version
KBC on KidsTheseDays Podcast Discussing Designation
Child Care Supporting Breastfeeding Families (video)
How to Support Breastfeeding Mothers & Families: A Simple Guide for Child Care Providers (video)
How to support breastfeeding in child care centers and family child care homes (video)
Supporting Breastfeeding Families in ECE (CDC)
Safe Sleep in Child-Care Settings: Recommendations for Reducing the Risk of Sudden Infant Death
Supporting the Breastfed Infant During Emergencies in the Child Care Setting / Spanish Version
Breastfeeding Basics from NAPSACC / Spanish Version
Child Care Aware Infant Feeding Tip Sheet / Spanish
Success Story – Healthy Kids, Healthy Future
How to Support Breastfeeding Mothers & Families // Spanish Version
- For the Classroom / Child Care Services
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Creating a Breastfeeding Friendly Environment
Breastfeeding-Friendly Books & Toys
Breastfed Babies Welcome Here Kit
Kansas Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Designation (BFCCD)
BFCCD Application // Fillable // Spanish Version
- Resources on Feeding in Child Care Settings
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Storage, Handling, and Preparing of Breastmilk in ECE (CDC)
Solid Foods In ECE (CDC)
Breastfeeding and Infant Feeding – No & Low Cost Best Practices (NAPSACC) / Spanish Version
Feeding Tips from KBC / Spanish Version
Infant Feeding Guide / Spanish Version
- Lactation Policy Resources
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Sample Breastfeeding Policy #1
Policy Sample #2 / Spanish Version (Español)
- Safe Sleep
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Safe Sleep in Child-Care Settings: Recommendations for Reducing the Risk of Sudden Infant Death (FAQ)
Safe Infant Sleep and Breastfeeding Support: What to Consider When Looking for Child Care
- For Parents
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Questions to Ask Your Childcare Provider
5 Steps For Breastfeeding and Childcare
How to Find a Breastfeeding Child Care Program // Spanish Version
General Resources / Spanish Version
Question to Ask When Looking for Child Care // Spanish Version
FAQs about Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care // Spanish Version
Become A Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider
Demonstrate your commitment
This designation shows parents and your community that you support breastfeeding.
Get access to more resources
The process for getting designated puts you in touch with the latest resources for breastfeeding in child care.
Support healthy kids
Breastfeeding-friendly child care practices support the long-term health of the kids in their program.
Get Connected With the KBC
The Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition is a central hub for breastfeeding resources in Kansas. We are working to build a culture of breastfeeding support. Join us in breaking down barriers to breastfeeding!
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the importance of breastfeeding?
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Breastfeeding is important for both children and their parents. Not only is breast milk uniquely designed for infants and toddlers, but breastfeeding is also shown to prevent certain illnesses in both the mother and child.
- How can my child care organization support breastfeeding parents?
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By implementing breastfeeding-positive policies for parents and employees. Getting designated as a “Breastfeeding Friendly Child Care Provider” is a great first step. The application process helps introduce the necessary policies and practices.
- How long should a child be breastfed?
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U.S. dietary guidelines recommend that infants be exclusively breastfed for the first 6 months. After that, it’s important to continue breastfeeding while incorporating other appropriate foods. The American Academy of Pediatrics and World Health Organization, along with other credible health organizations, recommend breastfeeding from birth to 2 years or beyond.