Addressing breastfeeding disparities for African American mothers

Despite an abundance of data on the importance of breastfeeding and human milk for babies and their mothers, a disparity exists for African American mothers and infants, where breastfeeding is initiated only about 69% of the time.

The Black Woman's Guide to Breastfeeding: The Definitive Guide to

Supporting African American Women in Breastfeeding Can Help

Black Breastfeeding Week: The Importance and Resilience of Black

7 Reasons Why We Celebrate Black Breastfeeding Week

Improving Black Maternal and Infant Health Requires Breastfeeding

Factors Influencing Maternal Decision-Making on Infant Feeding

PDF) Experiences of Racism and Breastfeeding Initiation and

Eliminating Racial Disparities in Maternal and Infant Mortality

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