• Anoka County Breastfeeding Coalition

    is a group of individuals and organizations in Anoka County collaborating to promote resources, education and support for individuals and families in Anoka County.

    About Us
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    FREE CHILD CARE TRAINING

    Explore how to improve policies and practices in your program in support of breastfeeding families. Identify best practices in storing, handling and feeding human milk. Discover how to recognize and respond to feeding cues.

    To register visit developtoolmn.org or eagertolearn.org and search “Lactation Friendly Child Care”

    Lactation Friendly Child Care Training Flyer

  • Grant Opportunities

    The Statewide Health Improvement Partnership (SHIP) grant through Anoka County Public Health is available to assist those interested in creating breastfeeding/lactation supportive environments for individuals and families.

    For more information on how to receive grant funding click the link below.

    Grant Information

Legal Protections for employees

Did you know MN law protects employees who are welcoming a new child into the family?

The Department of Labor and Industry shares updates to the laws and how those laws are protecting you while at work. For more information watch the video below and click HERE for more information.

The Minnesota Breastfeeding Coalition (MBC) has created videos in multiple languages to explain the recent changes to the Women’s Economic Security Act (WESA), what pregnancy accommodations are included, and what the process looks like to file a complaint if your employer is not complying with WESA. To view all videos click here .

“Learn about the recent changes in Minnesota's Women's Economic Security Act regarding time, space, and pay for lactation breaks as well as pregnancy accommodations.”

“Learn about the rights pregnant workers have to protect the well-being of themselves and their babies in the workplace.”