Central Missouri Breastfeeding Coalition

04/23/2026

Happy Earth Day!

PS The benefits of breastfeeding, environmentally and for parent and child, extend well beyond the first six months!

[Image: Distant canopy of trees with sunlight poking through. Text: Happy Earth Day. Human milk is a uniquely sustainable, naturally renewable resource, produced with minimal environmental impact, while providing perfectly balanced, complete nutrition for infants throughout their first six months of life.]

04/15/2026

Who knew that breastfeeding positively impacts age of puberty? This 2026 analysis of growth data into adolescence from 613 children found that ≥3 months of exclusive breastfeeding delays puberty onset. Too-early puberty is linked later in life to insulin resistance, high blood pressure and BMI, and cardiac problems. Free download here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0002916526000171?via%3Dihub

02/27/2026

NEW COURSE ALERT:
We want to share our latest course. These courses are geared towards practicing doulas who require CEUs.
We are in the process of rolling out our Certification Program, so stay tuned for those updates.
Feel free to share to those who might be interested.

01/21/2026

NEW Breastfeeding Medicine Podcast Episode 131:
Prenatal Cannabis Exposure and Breastfeeding, and an updated Model Maternity Policy

Dr. Anne Eglash and Dr. Lena Edelstein first discuss a recent publication on breastfeeding and developmental outcomes in infants with prenatal cannabis exposure (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41460678/), and finish up by reviewing updates to a model maternity policy (https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41199606/).

Listen on your favorite streaming source:
Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4LQSCEQP6nX3BtR8lECbpe?si=rwiKb03xSoevyPO-U-oDbg
Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/prenatal-cannabis-exposure-and-breastfeeding-and/id417009927?i=1000745136745
Youtube: https://youtu.be/yHrnC5-CKew
Our Website: https://lacted.org/podcasts/prenatal-cannabis-exposure-and-breastfeeding-and-an-updated-model-maternity-policy/

01/19/2026

Meet the Midwives ✨ Open House
🍊 This Saturday 9:30am - 12:30pm 🍊
Not sure what time to drop by? Each midwife will be speaking on a particular topic at the times designated below. Check out the schedule to plan your visit!

Between each talk, there will be open space to ask your own questions, see the office, and share general merriment. Can’t wait to see you all there!

Registration isn’t required but it sure helps! RSVP and learn more here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/meet-the-midwives-open-house-tickets-1977920829445

01/16/2026

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

In their updated Model Maternity Policy (Clinical Protocol #7), ABM makes it clear that hospitals should:

~ Use all Ten Steps together, not pick and choose
~ Regularly review their practices, both internally and externally, to make sure the steps are actually happening
~ Ensure ALL staff who care for mothers and babies are properly trained and competent in supporting *breastfeeding*

ABM also reminds us that the Baby-Friendly Hospital Initiative WORKS because all of the steps work together… its effectiveness comes from implementing the FULL model, not pieces of it.

Seeing the Ten Steps clearly named in such an important clinical protocol is such a BIG deal. It reinforces what the evidence has shown for years and supports facilities that are committed to turning research into real-life, everyday care!!

Links in the comments! 🤱🏼⬇️

01/12/2026

The MO PQC invites you to attend Postpartum Care in Missouri: A Regional Dinner Series.

These intimate networking opportunities will focus on the following.

✔️ Discussing information and recommendations from The One-year Postpartum Pathway and the Missouri Optimizing Postpartum Care Task Force
✔️ Highlighting local efforts to improve postpartum care delivery
✔️ Creating connections between attendees interested in improving postpartum care

Dinner is complimentary for attendees. Spots are limited.

These dinners are open to anyone providing care during the one-year postpartum period, including physicians, nurses, hospital and health care leadership, community-based organizations, doulas, midwives, birth workers, psychiatrists, therapists, peer support specialists, and more.

Learn more and register ➡️ https://mopqc.org/events/postpartum-care-in-missouri-a-regional-dinner-series-central-region/

01/09/2026

Hospital and online classes just aren’t cutting it. You need the localized information of a community doula. Birth preparation based on your unique set of needs & values. Hands-on experience for you and your partner. If you are wanting the personal, holistic approach of a doula without adding an

12/04/2025

Info straight from experts for breastfeeding-safe options to treat a cold: cough, congestion, fever, allergies...and more. Plus, a chart of combo products!

12/04/2025

The BABES Enhancement Act has been signed into law! The new law directs the TSA to adopt enforceable guidance — and conduct audits — for the safe, hygienic handling of breastmilk, formula, and baby food during air travel. This is an important step toward making airports more family-friendly and supporting infant feeding on the go. Read more here: http://bit.ly/3KcAxnj