• 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.

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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”

  • 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.

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    Islamic Fatwa for pasteurized donor breastmilk

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 visit the Department of Labor and Industry’s website for more information.