07/22/2025
Wanted to share some free breastfeeding and maternal health events coming up in Raleigh in August.
See the info below that was shared out by Best Baby Wake:
Community Action Team Meeting - Thursday July 24
Our Community Action Team (CAT) is back and better than ever! Save the date for our upcoming CAT meeting on Thursday July 24, 2025, at the Wake County Public Health Center, 10 Sunnybrook Road Raleigh, NC, from 6 to 8pm and virtually at 6:15. Best Baby Wake (formally ICO4MCH) is excited to reconnect with our incredible community partners; share highlights of our progress, introduce the newest members of our teams, and continue moving this incredible work forward with the essential support of our CAT. Register: https://ifsight.jotformgov.com/form/243544062524149
Breastfeeding Resource Fair - Saturday, Aug. 2 10AM - 1PM Lake Crabtree County Park: The event focuses on bringing awareness to breastfeeding support services and resources around Wake County. Get info on the importance of breastfeeding, benefits for caregivers and baby, and rights of those who choose to breastfeed. Register Here: https://forms.office.com/g/GjEaJ9LyWA
Interested in tabling? Community organizations supporting breastfeeding, chest feeding, and pumping families to serve as a vendor! To confirm participation please complete the vendor registration link below. Vendors will need to provide their own tables, chairs, and/or tents. Light refreshments will also be available. To serve as a vendor sign up using the link below!
Vendor sign-up: https://forms.office.com/g/zGdzBEVT5y
Training Opportunity: Breastfeeding 101 - Wednesday, Aug. 6: Best Baby Wake and Eastern AHEC are offering a FREE breastfeeding 101 class for professionals. This course will provide essential knowledge on breastfeeding benefits, techniques, and challenges, serving as a valuable resource for new parents, caregivers and support persons. Professionals serving Wake County families are welcome to attend the training to learn more about all things breastfeeding!
Training sign-up: https://easternahec.net/courses-and-events/76144
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