West Virginia Breastfeeding

07/23/2025

Be sure to catch Dr. Eglash's talk at the West Virginia Perinatal Summit—you won't want to miss it!
Register Now!
https://wvperinatal.org/registration/

07/17/2025

Congratulations to Lewisburg Childcare Center on their Breastfeeding Friendly Childcare Designation! 🥳

LCC is now a Breastfeeding Certified Center through Mountain Heart Services. We are fully equipped with a breastfeeding room for mothers and staff!

07/15/2025

Although colostrum and mature milk are well studied, less is known about how colostrum composition varies across different birthweight categories in term infants.

This cross-sectional study (N = 252) compared colostrum collected on postpartum day 2 from individuals who delivered term infants classified as small (SGA), appropriate (AGA), or large (LGA) for gestational age.

Results showed:
🔹 Higher protein content in colostrum from the SGA and LGA groups compared to AGA
🔹 Higher carbohydrate content in the LGA group compared to AGA
🔹 No differences in fat or energy content

Multivariate analysis confirmed that SGA and LGA status were independently associated with higher protein levels, and LGA status was also associated with higher carbohydrate levels.

These findings suggest that macronutrient composition in colostrum may adapt based on infant size at birth, even when gestational age is similar. Further research is needed to understand the implications for early infant feeding and metabolism.

Citation: Arayici S, Alyamac Dizdar E, Kadioglu Simsek G, Sari FN. Relationship Between Birthweight for Gestational Age and Colostrum Macronutrient Composition: A Comparative Analysis in Small, Appropriate, and Large for Gestational Age Infants. Journal of Human Lactation. 2025;41(3):371-378. doi:10.1177/08903344251342561

07/15/2025

Childbirth, Breastfeeding & Newborn Education classes available at Wheeling Hospital! 🏥

Wheeling Hospital is offering a variety of free women’s and children’s classes in the coming months! From childbirth education to parenting support and more, these classes are designed to empower and support families in our community. Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn, connect, and grow — all at no cost to you.

07/13/2025

07/12/2025

We are officially knee deep in preparations for the 2025 State Fair of West Virginia!

Please tell us some things in the comments that you’ve loved in the past or hope to see this year at our Nursing Mothers Stations!

07/01/2025

You may see us share this graphic frequently, but proper storage of breast milk is very important!
If you have questions about storing, you can always message us!

Proper storage and preparation can maintain the safety and quality of breastmilk for a baby's health. But keeping track of things can be confusing!

Here are some general guidelines for storing human milk 🍼

06/26/2025

Two FREE webinar opportunities brought to you by our friends at Breastfeed LA: The Breastfeeding Task Force of Greater Los Angeles!

DETAILS:

1. Enhancing Lactation Support for Latino/x Families Dyads: Effective Strategies for Increased Duration and Exclusivity
with Brenda Vieyra, IBCLC
📅 Thursday, September 4, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (PST)
🎟️ LIVE Registration is FREE | 💵 CEUs + Recording Access: $19

Continuing Education:
2.0 L-CERPs provided
2.0 Contact Hours available
👉 Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/ba5wecx

2. Sacred Support: Understanding Breastfeeding in the Context of Islam and Muslim Cultures
with Hoda Shawky, MSN, CPNP, PHN, PMHS, IBCLC, Doula
📅 Thursday, September 25, 2025
🕙 10:00 AM – 12:30 PM (PST)
💻 Live on Zoom
🎟️ LIVE Registration is FREE | 💵 CEUs + Recording Access: $19

Continuing Education:
2.0 L-CERPs
2.0 Contact Hours
👉Register here: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/r5dftn8/lp/2e6230ea-6b29-4bd5-9c75-eb9c16ee82bb

06/19/2025

Great advice for the heat! 🥵☀️
Your breastfed baby doesn’t need additional water - your milk will adjust to their needs! 🤱🏽

Stay cool 😎

06/19/2025

Day 2 - Kicking off with breakfast.
Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care Training.

06/18/2025

Day 1 - Perinatal Mood Disorders: Components of Care Training