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February 12, 2015

Tell us about Ancient Song Doula Services (ASDS) and how it began. Ancient Song Doula Services began the Fall of 2008 after the birth of my first child at home with a midwife and a doula. In my own journey I realized that there wasn't enough information or services around primarily focused on women...

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Chanel Porchia-Albert

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February 12, 2015

Reaching Our Sisters Everywhere (ROSE) is a member network that was founded to address breastfeeding disparities among people of color nationwide through culturally competent training, education, advocacy, and support. With a focus on increasing breastfeeding initiation and duration rates, ROSE...

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Andrea Serano

Blog Carnivals Family Economic Security Food! Health Care

February 12, 2015

While data is significant and valued, we also believe that it is important to listen to people's stories. True change occurs with valued relationships, trust and connectedness. Here at BMBFA, we believe in connecting with families on an intimate level. We also try to share our stories through...

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Kiddada Green

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February 11, 2015

This week we’re chatting about healthy teeth foods in honor of National Children’s Dental Health Month ! Oral health and food go hand and hand; as a result, we’re bringing out the big guns to answer your questions! Join #FoodFri on Friday, February 13, 2105, at 1pmEST. Our panelists, @teeth_matter...

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Migdalia Rivera

Blog Carnivals Family Economic Security Food! Health Care

February 11, 2015

Tell us about Table for Two and how it began. Table for Two (TFT) is a community organization that seeks to establish public lactation rooms for breastfeeding mothers. We provide grassroots and real-world approaches to building global breastfeeding acceptance. The signature TFT campaign asks the...

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Sojourner Marable Grimmett

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February 6, 2015

Written by and reposted from School Bites Valentine’s Day is one of my favorite holidays, and not because of chocolate, roses and romantic dinners (let’s face it, I have three young kids…so not happening!). I’m actually in love with the food! Pink, red and heart shapes lend themselves to...

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Karen Showalter

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February 6, 2015

The Healthy Happy Meal Bill presented in NYC by Council Member Ben Kallos and drafted in partnership with parents’ groups, Center for Science in the Public Interest, and the American Heart Association is currently before the New York City Council. The bill would tie toys and other incentives that...

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Migdalia Rivera

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February 6, 2015

Greetings! This week we're talking about funding for food and nutrition programs in President Obama's FY2016 budget, sharing tips on healthy Valentine's Day celebrations, and announcing our new Good Food Force Facebook Group! Please read and share. Thank you! 1. THE HOT LINE The Ins and Outs of...

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Karen Showalter

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January 31, 2015

Brought to you by U.S. PIRG Education Fund Happy Saturday! Today’s #GFF2015 Healthy New Year Challenge activity is brought to you by U.S. PIRG Education Fund and is all about protecting the health of our communities. Have you heard? The White House just doubled funding to combat antibiotic...

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Karen Showalter

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January 30, 2015

Our kids spend most of their waking life at school, so the food they encounter there can have a real impact on their health. If you're feeling concerned about some aspect of your child's school food environment - take action! Here are some general tips for effective school food advocacy: Keep your...

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