Black Breastfeeding Week is bittersweet. It says, “Hey, there is enough of an issue that World Breastfeeding Week is no longer cutting it.” If anything it’s a black versus black week; it’s about trying to change the outlook on the breastfeeding from within the black community. We need to do whatever we need to do to raise the rate of black women breastfeeding.
Instagram disabled The Leaky Boob account. Help us bring it back and read to understand why having breastfeeding images on social media is important.
Why live stream our birth? I reflect on what motivated me to share my labor and birth experience with Sugarbaby with over 105,000 people online.
Being a breastfeeding supporter makes a difference and connects us to a larger community. Holistic Moms Network founder, Nancy Massotto, talks about how we need mom-to-mom interactions and community in our real life and the long term affects on our children of being an advocate passionate about a cause and being open to growing and learning in community.
Divorce, separation, custody, parental visitation, and breastfeeding don’t seem to go well together. But one mom demonstrates how wanting what is best for her son can work with even the challenging circumstances of a split family.
How we share our message can be the difference between it being heard and considered, possibly leading to change or it being dismissed and embittering, leading people to dig their heals in to defend their position.
Welcome to The Leaky Boob, your trusted companion on the journey of nurturing and nourishing your little one. We understand that feeding your child is a unique experience for every family, filled with joys and challenges alike. Our mission is to provide you with evidence-based information, practical advice, and a supportive community to empower you in your breastfeeding journey.
Hi, I’m Jessica, the founder of The Leaky Boob, Lactation Educator, Parenting Educator, Parenting and Relationship Coach, and mom of 9. I’m so glad you are here.