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Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association

Victoria Washington is trendsetting toddler breastfeeding

Victoria Washington serves on the board of directors for Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association as a Mommy Ambassador At-Large where she talks with mothers ...

By W.K. Kellogg FoundationAugust 30, 20190

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Shardaya Fuquay and her husband pose for a photo, holding their children on their front stoop.

Shardaya Fuquay encourages mothers to do what is best for their babies

Shardaya Fuquay is a first-generation breastfeeder who found support and community through Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association, an ...

By W.K. Kellogg FoundationAugust 30, 2019

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Diamond Massey breastfeeds her infant child while waiting at a hair salon

Diamond Massey helps others view breastfeeding as the norm

Diamond Massey, mother of two and licensed cosmetologist from Detroit, Michigan, always knew she wanted to breastfeed ...

By W.K. Kellogg FoundationAugust 30, 2019

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8 Mile's newest mural entitled "Detroit is a Black Woman." The mural features the head of a black woman surrounded by colorful graphics and flowers

Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association celebrates breastfeeding and honors Black motherhood

The W.K. Kellogg Foundation partnered with the Black Mothers’ Breastfeeding Association in Detroit, Michigan, to lift up ...

By W.K. Kellogg FoundationAugust 30, 2019

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Malikah Garner holds her son and kisses his forehead while sitting in an office

Malikah Garner — a true advocate for breastfeeding education

Malikah Garner was born and raised in Detroit, Michigan. Garner is a first-generation breastfeeder who balances working ...

By W.K. Kellogg FoundationAugust 30, 2019

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Robena Hill — champion for all mothers

Robena Hill didn't breastfeed her first two children, but Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association supported her when she chose to breastfeed her third child.

By W.K. Kellogg FoundationAugust 30, 20190

Health