Northwest Georgia Breastfeeding Coalition

03/26/2026

We had a great speaker at the annual Northwest Georgia Breastfeeding Coalition professional conference yesterday. Thank you to Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILA who came all the way from California to speak to us, and thank you to my great staff for working so hard on the conferemce.

03/26/2026

What a special day in Dalton! 💙

We had the honor of hosting Lisa Marasco for a behind-the-scenes look at the rich history of the carpet industry right here in Dalton—which actually began with handmade bedspreads before growing into the carpet capital of the world. From those early tufted spreads to today’s large-scale manufacturing, it’s incredible to see how this community has evolved.

We toured the plant to learn how yarn (thread) is made—inside the very facility where the first official plant lactation room at Shaw Industries Group, Inc. was established in 2010 with the help of our coalition and WIC. At a time when workplace lactation support was becoming more normalized across the U.S., this plant was leading the way.

And the best part? ✨
Two of the moms featured in the womenshealth.gov videos still work there—and one came up to greet us! She shared:
“It was because of WIC and the Coalition that I was able to provide my milk for my now 15-year-old. I am forever grateful.”

Full circle, indeed. 🤍

03/26/2026

Thankful to our Coalition team that organized this year’s conference with Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA!
(A few missing members for the photo…)

03/04/2026

We’re thrilled to welcome Lisa Marasco, MA, IBCLC, FILCA as our speaker this year on 3.25.26! 🎉

Registration is now open!!
Join us in-person March 25th
Breakfast, Lunch, and Dessert included

On-demand March 28th - May 30th!

You don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an expert!

Medical Office discounts: BOGO FREE
Inquire at [email protected]

For more information and to register please visit:
https://nwgabfcoalition.com/

03/03/2026

La Leche League USA
February 26 at 2:04 PM
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History is being made every day. In honor of Black History Month, join us as we spotlight a few modern day Black Breastfeeding History Makers.
In 1987, Dr. Kimarie Bugg DNP, FNP - BC, MPH, IBCLC became the first African American International Board Certified Lactation Consultant (IBCLC) in the United States, breaking barriers in the field of lactation. In 2011, Dr. Bugg went on to found Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE), a national non-profit dedicated to reducing breastfeeding disparities within the Black community.
For nearly four decades, Dr. Bugg has focused on improving breastfeeding access and outcomes in marginalized communities, training healthcare providers and community leaders, and advocating for racial and health equity in maternal and child care.
To learn more about ROSE, please visit their website at breastfeedingrose.org
[Image: Dr. Kimarie Bugg Text: Black Breastfeeding History Maker, Dr. Kimarie Bugg DNP, FNP -BC, MPH, FAAN, IBCLC ]

02/12/2026

https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/41318959/

ClinicalTrials.gov identifier: NCT05651035. Clinical Trials URL: https://clinicaltrials.gov/study/NCT05651035?cond=NCT05651035&rank=1.

01/18/2026

La Leche League Canada
January 11, 2024
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Babies use their hands when they eat, just like adults do! Their little hands help them find their way to the breast and latch comfortably. They massage the breast to stimulate milk flow. And touching the breast can help babies feel secure and remain calm so they can breastfeed effectively. (Frantic babies do not feed well!) Some parents worry about babies scratching their faces. Cut or file nails safely when they reach beyond the fingertips. This will prevent scratching.

So, take the mitts off and let your baby’s little hands help out!

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12/19/2025

https://c.org/zGW86md8Fr

Uphold Georgia’s Public Breastfeeding Law: No More Harassment

12/03/2025

12/01/2025

Check out this great resource for Breastfeeding information.

Michigan Breastfeeding Network presents FREE Great Lakes Breastfeeding Webinars that launch on the third Tuesday of the month at 8am EST. Webinars are available to watch whenever and wherever for up to 1 year after the initial air date. If you have any questions, please email [email protected]...