Child Care Council marks Breastfeeding Awareness Month
August is National Breastfeeding Awareness Month, an annual observance dedicated to supporting nursing families, promoting the benefits of human milk feeding and increasing awareness of resources available to parents and infants. In recognition of the month, the Chautauqua Child Care Council's Child and Adult Care Food Program is encouraging registered and licensed child care providers throughout the region to become Breastfeeding Friendly-designated programs. The designation is awarded by the state Department of Health to child care providers who complete specialized training and ...