Coffey County Breastfeeding Coalition

01/04/2026

Today is National Trivia Day!

Breastfed babies have a reduced risk of what?

✨ALL OF THE ABOVE!✨

Did you know that breastfed babies have reduced risk of SIDS, ear infections, type II diabetes, asthma, stomach bugs, obesity, and more!

Mothers that breastfeed also have a decreased risk of breast and ovarian cancer, type II diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease, post partum depression, and other conditions!

01/02/2026

Breastfeeding parents are an inspiration to us 😍

01/01/2026

Happy New Years!

Let's start this year off right! If feeding your baby breastmilk is one of your New Years resolutions, we are here to help! Contact your local lactation support provider with any questions or concerns, or just for support in general! We would love to see you!

Contact Coffey County Health Department (620-364-8631), or Coffey Health System (620-364-2121) to schedule a visit with one of our local providers ❤️🥛👶

12/10/2025

12/08/2025

Holidays can be a stressful time for parents of new babies, but this can be eased by establishing firm boundaries to ensure the safety and health of your baby. Speak to your partner and agree on a plan for gatherings to help support each other and ensure that others respect your wishes!

12/05/2025

Have you ever considered donating breastmilk? Check out the Oklahoma Mothers' Milk Bank requirements to see if you are eligible! They provide milk to Kansas babies in need!

Milk Donation Process: Step 1 – complete this online screening form and then expect/ set up a call with our donor screener to answer a few more questions. Step 2 – complete a donor interview that will be emailed to you after the phone interview is complete. Step 3 – get blood drawn (OMMB cover...

12/04/2025

12/04/2025

Check this out!

Whether you're expecting or already navigating parenthood, this benefit can make a big difference in your breastfeeding journey. Be sure to check with your insurance provider to see what items are available for you.

10/28/2025

Help us collect personal care items for ECKAN and God's Storehouse all November Long!

10/28/2025

Consider becoming a milk donor today! There are several milk depots near us!

We need your help! Oklahoma Mothers’ Milk Bank is experiencing high demand. If you’re an approved donor, please bring in your milk as soon as possible.

10/27/2025

Two of our members, Jessica & Suzy, were able to attend the Kansas Breastfeeding Conference this year!

This year, we are more grateful than ever to the attendees, exhibitors, and presenters who made the 2025 Kansas Breastfeeding Conference possible. For those who were unable to attend, we missed you, and we are here for you.

10/15/2025

Congrats to the Coffey County Health Department!

Our health department received the Breastfeeding Friendly Local Health Department designation from the Kansas Breastfeeding Coalition!

We are leading the way in supporting breastfeeding families in our community!

For more information about the designation, visit https://ksbreastfeeding.org/breastfeeding-friendly-local-health-department/