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 Mission Statement  

To increase education and promote awareness regarding breastfeeding across the Commonwealth of Kentucky; to ultimately raise the breastfeeding percentage across the Commonwealth of Kentucky, resulting in healthier mothers and children; to gently advocate that breastfeeding is natural and normal, and should be considered as such.

We welcome ALL past, present and future breastfeeding mothers.  From Kentucky or anywhere!

 

On July 12, 2006,  KRS 211.755 became law!  Many thanks to the Kentuckians who teamed up in hopes of seeing the rights of breastfeeding mothers and children protected.

 

Come to our very active BFKY Forum to see the dates/times of our monthly meetings, discuss breastfeeding, parenting, nutrition, health, and so much more!  It's also a great place to just unwind and have fun with other parents!

 

The American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that babies be exclusively breastfed for at least the first 6 months of life.  The AAP also agrees that “breastfeeding should be continued for at least the first year of life and beyond for as long as mutually desired by mother and child.”  Additionally, the World Health Organization recommends that all children in all countries be breastfed for a minimum of two years.

 

Full text of the 2005 American Academy of Pediatrics Breastfeeding Policy Statement

Various Medical Organizations' Positions on Breastfeeding
101 Reasons to Breastfeed Your Child

The Many Benefits of Breastfeeding

Breast or Bottle - This May Help You Decide!

Outcomes of Breastfeeding Versus Formula Feeding

The Deadly Influence of Formula in America

Normal is a Very Scary Word!

Thoughts on Breastfeeding

 

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