The US Breastfeeding Committee (yes, there is such a thing!) has decided that after 10 years, the nation needs a revived direction for breastfeeding support, protection and promotion, but they need our help.? From the press release:
We are seeking comments from individuals and organizations about breastfeeding in the United States. We welcome your suggestions about policies, activities, or other initiatives to protect, promote, and support breastfeeding that need to be considered for inclusion in our national action plan for the next decade. We are especially interested in new ideas that will increase equity in breastfeeding rates among all racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic groups. Ideas should build on programs and policies that are recognized to be effective or evidence-based. In addition, we welcome suggestions to adopt, expand, implement, research, or improve existing strategies.Visit this link to submit your comments (deadline is May 31, 2009):
http://www.blsmeetings.net/owh_call_to_action_on_breastfeeding/index.cfm
This committee needs to hear from readers like you and others who actually have knowledge and experience.? Speak not only for yourself but for the countless others who won’t be speaking for themselves because either they won’t know about it or don’t have the means to comment.? Not only should you comment, but you could also
- write a letter to the editor
- post on your own blogs
- notify your local La Leche League and birth network groups
We are being asked for our comments.? Now is our chance to help make a difference.? Comment following the link above NOW!