Gulf Coast Breastfeeding Center

11/14/2025

It’s World Diabetes Day! Did you know breastfeeding can play an important role in reducing the risk of diabetes for both mom and baby? 🌿
Here are a few powerful facts 👇
💙 For Moms:
Breastfeeding lowers the risk of type 2 diabetes by helping the body use insulin more efficiently and improving blood sugar metabolism.
The longer a mother breastfeeds, the greater the protective effect — especially for women with a history of gestational diabetes.
It can also help with postpartum weight regulation, which reduces future diabetes risk.
💙 For Babies:
Babies who are breastfed have a lower risk of developing type 1 and type 2 diabetes later in life.
Breastmilk helps regulate insulin and glucose levels naturally in infancy.
Early exposure to formula may increase insulin response, while breastmilk supports gradual metabolic development.

11/12/2025

We are so sorry for the late notice but George County will not be meeting today (Wednesday Nov 12). Please share!

11/11/2025

11/11/2025

Happy Veterans Day! Both Jackson and Hancock
County will not meet today.

Reminder…. Hancock county WILL NOT be meeting tomorrow but will resume next week for a Thanksgiving potluck a Toy Swap so make sure you bring your toys next week as well as a dish!

11/10/2025

A two part PSA…a friendly reminder if you will…

Babies should ONLY consume breastmilk until the age of 6 months. Their tummies are still developing, and early introduction of foods can cause tummy troubles, allergies, or make the evening a lot harder for everyone.

Part 1: Don’t offer any baby (that is not yours) of any age-food😉

Part 2: MOMS! Watch out for pie sneaks😜here are some tips below to navigate around those excited to feed the baby.

Kindly remind loved ones: “Thank you so much, but we’re waiting until baby is ready for solids around 6 months. For now, it’s just milk.”

Offer alternatives: Ask family to help in other ways—holding baby for snuggles after you feed, or keeping you company during nursing.

Skip new foods yourself if you’re breastfeeding. The holidays may not be the best time to try new dishes that could upset baby’s tummy later.

Use humor + kindness: “We’re keeping Thanksgiving dinner just for the adults this year—baby’s sticking with the milk menu.”
Setting boundaries doesn’t mean shutting family out—it means protecting your little one’s health while still letting everyone feel included. 💕

11/03/2025

November MILC meetings! Please note there will be no meeting at Stone County on 11/20 nor any meetings on Thanksgiving Day 11/27. 🦃

Gulf coast will not meet 11/5.

Hancock County will not meet 11/11 & 11/25.

George County will not meet 11/26.

11/03/2025

No MILC, Wednesday 11/5. 🫶

11/01/2025

We are so proud to be apart of this amazing work happening in the lactation community! Thought we would share this recap!🥰

10/28/2025

Breastfeeding during spooky season? We’ve got tricks AND treats.

Cluster-feeding may feel like a trick… but hear us out!

👻 Trick: Your baby may nurse more during growth spurts.
🎃 Treat: That’s how they tell your body to make more milk!

Don’t be spooked by cluster feeding or late-night wakeups. It’s all part of the magic!! Claiming a spooky good supply for all our cluster-feeding duos this fall!

10/28/2025

You don't want to miss this!

10/22/2025