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Removing Breastfeeding Stigma Could Unlock Lifesaving Benefits to Black Mothers and Their Babies

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Wednesday, August 28, 2019
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Stark racial disparities exist between black and white infants in the U.S.

Key Points: 
  • Stark racial disparities exist between black and white infants in the U.S.
  • We have to help ensure that hospitals and health clinics in minority communities have breastfeeding and lactation resources and information.
  • And, we have to work with our community partners to remove the stigma of breastfeeding.
  • AmeriHealth Caritas works with local breastfeeding advocacy groups to promote awareness about breastfeeding to expectant mothers in historically disadvantaged communities.