Black Mothers' Breastfeeding Association

‼️The Virtual Conference Is Underway ‼️ 🤱🏾✨ As the first day of the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Virtual Birth & Breastfeeding Conference gets underway, we would like to acknowledge and celebrate the generous support of our amazing sponsors! Their commitment empowers us to continue uplifting Black maternal health and building stronger communities through education, advocacy, and collaboration. ✨ A huge thank you to our incredible supporters and sponsors for their continued support! ✨ Event Supporter: W.K. Kellogg Foundation Platinum Sponsors: Michigan Department of Human Services, The Healthy Start TA & Support Center, and Healthy Start TA & Support Center at National Institute for Children's Health Quality (NICHQ) Gold Sponsors: Moms Rising and SEMPQIC Silver Sponsors: Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE) and Priority Health Thank you to each of our sponsors for standing with us on this journey. Together, we are making a difference! 💜 We hope you all are enjoying the conference so far, we have 2 more days to go to connect and inspire each other. See you all on Day 2!  #BMBFAConference #VillageExperience #BlackMaternalHealth #ThankYou #CommunitySupport

🎉 Exciting News! Senator Erika Giess will be joining us during the Village Experience! 🎉 We are thrilled to share that Senator Erika Geiss will be delivering special remarks at our 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! 🎤 ✨ Senator Geiss has been a powerful advocate for maternal and child health.Her dedication to pushing forward policy and legislation that uplifts and protects mothers and babies is an inspiration, and we are deeply honored to have her share her insights at this year’s conference. 💪🏾✨ 🤱🏾✨ There are only a few hours left to secure your spot at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! Late registration is now just $349. Plus, save $52 and pay just $297 when registering in groups of 5 or more! ⏳ Register now and join us for this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field! 💜 All registrants will have access to all conference sessions through the end of 2024. 🔗 Register now - the deadline is TONIGHT at 11:59 pm. https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6  #BMBFA #VillageExperience2024 #JennieJoseph #BirthJustice #BlackMaternalHealth #Breastfeeding

🎉 Exciting News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that the legendary Speaker, Author, Educator, Midwife and Advocate, Jennie Joseph, founder of the JJ Way®️ and Founder & President, Commonsense Childbirth, will be delivering special remarks during our upcoming Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Virtual Conference 2024. Jennie has been a tireless champion for equity in maternal and infant health, and we can’t wait to hear her powerful insights! Don't miss out—register now and join us for this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field! 💡🌍 🤱🏾✨ There are only a few hours left to secure your spot at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! Late registration is now just $349. Plus, save $52 and pay just $297 when registering in groups of 5 or more! ⏳ Register now and join us for this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the best in the field! The deadline is TONIGHT at 11:59 pm! 💜 All registrants will have access to all conference sessions through the end of 2024. 🔗 Register now— The https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6 #BMBFA #VillageExperience2024 #JennieJoseph #BirthJustice #BlackMaternalHealth #Breastfeeding

🚨 Regitration Ends TOMORROW at 11:59 pm!🚨 🤱🏾✨ Last chance to secure your spot at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! Late registration is now just $349. Plus, save $52 and pay just $297 when registering in groups of 5 or more! 🗓️ Join us live from October 9-11, 2024, for an impactful event that will deepen your knowledge and support of birth and breastfeeding in our communities. 📚 Learn from renowned speakers and connect with a supportive network of peers! 💜 All registrants will have access to conference sessions and recordings through the end of 2024. ⏳ Don’t wait—Regiatration ends TOMORROW at 11:59pm! Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6 #BirthAndBreastfeeding #BMBFA #BlackMaternalHealth #VirtualConference #BirthJustice #BreastfeedingSupport #BlackMidwives #BlackDoulas

🚨 The Registration Deadline Has Been Extended!🚨 🤱🏾✨ Last chance to secure your spot at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! Late registration is now just $349. Plus, save $52 and pay just $297 when registering in groups of 5 or more! 🗓️ Join us live from October 9-11, 2024, for an impactful event that will deepen your knowledge and support of birth and breastfeeding in our communities. 📚 Learn from renowned speakers and connect with a supportive network of peers! 💜 All registrants will have access to conference sessions and recordings through the end of 2024. ⏳ Don’t wait—the deadline is fast approaching! Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6 #BirthAndBreastfeeding #BMBFA #BlackMaternalHealth #VirtualConference #BirthJustice #BreastfeedingSupport #BlackMidwives #BlackDoulas

🚨 Don’t Miss Your Chance To Be Part Of The Village Experience 🚨 🤱🏾✨ Today is the final day to secure your spot at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference. Register now to lock in the $249 rate before the price increases. Plus, groups of 5 or more can save $37 per person! 🗓️ Join us LIVE from October 9-11, 2024, for an impactful experience that will enhance your knowledge and support of birth and breastfeeding practices in our communities. 📚 Connect with esteemed speakers and peers, and gain enduring access to all sessions through the end of 2024. 💡 Act now—time is running out! ⏳ Deadline: TODAY at 11:59pm – After today, the price will increase to $349. Register here: https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6 #BirthAndBreastfeeding #BMBFA #BlackMaternalHealth #VirtualConference #BirthJustice #BreastfeedingSupport #BlackMidwives #BlackDoulas

📢 Announcing our Keynote Speaker! 🎉 We are honored to announce that Linda Jones will be the Keynote Speaker at the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Virtual Conference! On October 9 at 1PM EDT, she will share her insights on "Embracing the Village: Empowering Black Birth and Breastfeeding Experiences" during a live discussion with TaNefer L Camara, MS-HCA, IBCLC. This powerful conversation will explore the crucial role that community and culture play in transforming birth and breastfeeding outcomes for Black families. 🚨 Register now for $249! Groups of 5 or more save $37 per person. 📅 Deadline: September 30, 2024 – All registrants will have access to session recordings until the end of the year. Click here to register: https://lnkd.in/gdNXiTcm.  #BirthAndBreastfeeding #BMBFA #BlackMaternalHealth #PublicHealth #BirthEquity #BreastfeedingSupport #BlackMidwives #BlackDoulas

🌟 Applications for BBLI Cohort 6 Deadline Extended to October 18th! 🌟 Are you ready to Love, Learn, Lead, and LIBERATE? 💜💛 The deadline has been extended to October 18, 2024, giving you more time to apply for this exclusive leadership opportunity. Elevate your expertise, drive meaningful change, and enhance your impact within your community and beyond. While strides have been made in healthcare, maternal and infant mortality rates remain disproportionately high for Black women and babies. The Birth & Breastfeeding Leadership Institute (BBLI) equips professionals with the knowledge and tools to address these disparities and drive equity in maternal health. 📚️✏️ Over nine months, participants will develop critical skills in Communications/Messaging, Advocacy & Policy, Program Development, Leadership, Fund Development, Content Creation, and Organizational Leadership. Graduates will be recognized during a virtual ceremony and awarded a Certificate of Advanced Leadership in Diversity, Equity & Inclusion. 🔗 Seize the opportunity to lead the change! Apply today at https://lnkd.in/g8kqeVCh and take the next step in your leadership journey. Spots are limited! #BMBFA #BlackMothers #Breastfeeding #MaternalHealth #Leadership #BBLI #Equity #Diversity #Community

🚨There are just 5 days left to register🚨 🤱🏾✨There are just a few more days left to register for just $249 for the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! 🗓️ Mark your calendars and join us LIVE from October 9th to 11th, 2024, as we come together to celebrate and support Black maternal health, birth, and breastfeeding. This year's virtual event will offer comprehensive workshops, esteemed speakers, and a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing knowledge and practices. We’re so excited to introduce an addition to our list of phenomenal speakers and the sessions they will be a part of: 🌟 Perinatal Community Educator, Black Unicorn Educator, Iya Mystique Hargrove, MS, CFSD, CBE, CBS, CMCHCW - Radicalizing Lactation for LGBTQ+ Communities: The Call Out for Safer Practices and Inclusion 💰 Group up and Save! Group discounts for groups of 5 or more are available! Plus, those who register will have access to all conference footage until the end of 2024, allowing you to revisit sessions at your convenience! ⏳Secure your spot today! Register by Monday September 30, 2024 to secure your spot! Click here https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6 to register and be part of this incredible virtual experience. 💜💛 #BirthAndBreastfeeding #BMBFA #BlackMaternalHealth #VirtualConference #registration #BirthJustice #PublicHealth #BreastfeedingSupport #BirthEquity #BlackinPublicHealth #BirthWorkers #BlackMidwives #BlackDoulas 

🚨There’s still time to save your seat and join us LIVE! 🚨 🤱🏾✨Have you secured your seat for the conference? There are just a few more days left to register for just $249 for the 2024 Understanding the Village Experience: Birth & Breastfeeding Conference! 🗓️ Join us LIVE from October 9th to 11th, 2024, as we come together to celebrate and support Black maternal health, birth, and breastfeeding. This year's virtual event will offer comprehensive workshops, esteemed speakers, and a vibrant community dedicated to enhancing knowledge and practices. We’re so excited to introduce our phenomenal group of speakers and the sessions they will be a part of: 🌟 Project Coordinator, CARE: Tomeka Frierson, MPH; Research Associate, Health Resources in Action, Victoria Tran; Undergraduate Assistant, Yale School of Public Health, Lena Jones; Director, New Haven Healthy Start, Natasha Ray; Graduate Assistant, CARE, Oana Groza; Doctoral Student, UCLA Fielding School of Public Health, Amelia Reese Masterson; Graduate Student, University of Michigan, Frankie Douglass; Director of Research & Evaluation, CARE, Kathleen O’Connor Duffany - The Roots of Racial Inequities in Breastfeeding: Evaluating a Pilot Healthcare Provider Training to Increase Culturally Relevant Lactation Care for Black Americans 🌟 Community Birth Worker With Love Births/Welcome Every Baby Birth Collective, Rose Hurd - No One Puts Daddy in the Corner 💰 Group up and Save! Group discounts for groups of 5 or more are available! Plus, those who register will have access to all conference footage until the end of 2024, allowing you to revisit sessions at your convenience! ⏳Secure your spot! Register by September 30, 2024 to secure your spot! Click here https://lnkd.in/eS49hYj6 to register and be part of this incredible virtual experience. 💜💛 #BirthAndBreastfeeding #BMBFA #BBW24 #BlackBreastfeedingWeek #ListenUp #BlackMaternalHealth #VirtualConference #registration