By Jacqueline Hamilton, Community Engagement and Event Coordinator, Byrd Barr Place

Monday, August 25th marked the beginning of Black Breastfeeding Week. This year’s theme is Boots on the Ground: Rooted in Breastfeeding Success, Grounded in Community Support. Started in 2013 by three Black women, Kimberly Allers, Kiddada Green, and Anayah Sangodele-Ayoka, this annual public health campaign is aimed at celebrating Black mothers who breastfeed and educating our community about the importance of breastfeeding.

I am a birth & postpartum doula with 7 years’ experience and dozens of clients under my belt. The truth of the matter is, breastfeeding is hard work. It is also one of the most advantageous things we can do for our children. The benefits of breastfeeding are not only for our children

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