Please visit the CDC and WHO websites for the most current information on breastfeeding management during COVID-19 as well as standard precautions to prevent the spread of viral illness in general, and COVID-19 specifically.

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See also the Academy of Breastfeeding Medicine statement

on COVID-19.

 

Alaska Breastfeeding Coalition Mission: The Alaska Breastfeeding Coalition strives to inspire, empower, and support families in their breastfeeding goals through education, advocacy, and systems change.

 

Alaska Breastfeeding Coalition Core Values: Advocacy - Collaboration - Diversity - Education - Empowerment - Health Equity - Inclusion

 

Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion:

The Alaska Breastfeeding Coalition values inclusion, diversity, and equity as core values, embracing meaningful participation by diverse stakeholders and seek varied viewpoints. All people who desire to work to promote our mission and vision are welcome as members of the Alaska Breastfeeding Coalition and we do not discriminate by position, gender, race, national origin, creed, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, family status, formal education, life experience, religion, communication styles, geographic location, work-related skill sets and experience.

Breastfeeding Welcomed Here

“Breastfeeding Welcomed Here” is an ABC initiative to raise public awareness and support for breastfeeding mothers. Participating businesses agree to display a “Breastfeeding Welcomed Here” decal and support breastfeeding mothers by creating a safe, harassment-free environment. If you know of a business that would like to proudly support breastfeeding families, please see the forms at the bottom, or reach out on our Facebook Page!

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Check out these local businesses that support breastfeeding families:

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