We have been following the progression of the COVID-19 virus and have been discussing how to address its impact on our community. In an abundance of caution, and with the recommendations of both the Governor and the CDC in mind, we have decided to move all of our BreastfeedLA courses, continuing education classes, seminars, RBC meetings, community meetings, and other gatherings online until further notice. We will continue to update you with scheduling changes throughout the coming weeks.
BreastfeedLA, in partnership with LA Best Babies Network, is excited to announce the first of two FREE webinars aimed to empower home visiting staff to better support the families we serve.
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Webinar 1: Empowering Families: Navigating the Application Process for Guaranteed Basic Income
- Date: May 3, 2024
- Time: 10:00am – 11:00am
- Description: This webinar will provide crucial information about The California Abundant Birth Project, guiding participants through its application process. Key topics include program overview, eligibility requirements, required documentation for applicants, steps to apply for Guaranteed Basic Income, and understanding the project’s selection process.
- Register Here: https://commonspirit.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_LvT6N96KS9SYsEHhHUtXPQ#/registration
Webinar 2: Lactation Accommodations and Paid Leave Rights
- Date: May 29, 2024
- Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
- Description: This specialized training addresses the essential topic of lactation accommodation and paid leave rights tailored for home visitors who support families. It navigates the intricacies of accommodating lactating workers, particularly in the context where resources and space may be limited. Furthermore, it examines the rights of immigrant workers and those in nontraditional or difficult workplaces, clarifying their eligibility for paid leave and avenues for recourse if their rights are infringed upon. Through this targeted training, home visitors will be empowered with the knowledge and strategies necessary to advocate for equitable workplace practices and support the families they serve effectively.
- Register Here: https://commonspirit.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3f5yXHCYSoiXLc_2mlyGdA#/registration
Join us as we celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Women, Infants, and Children Supplemental Nutrition Program with your coworkers, friends, and colleagues!
Highlights:
An interactive online experience over 5 days, with each day ending by 2:30 pm to leave space for other work and time to reflect.
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- Preconference offerings Monday, May 6, 2024, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm:
- The Many Measures of Child and Perinatal Health: reducing obesity, overweight, diabetes, and their associated stigmas
- A Mentoring Masterclass (and a bit on being a good mentee)
- Dual-track conference agenda. Tuesday, May 7 – Friday, May 10, 2024. Everything is recorded, so you can go back and watch anything you missed and still receive credit hours.
- Conference Topics areas:
- Leadership & Innovation
- Early Childhood Development / Perinatal Health & Nutrition
- Equity for ALL Families
- Breastfeeding & Human Lactation
- Conference Topics areas:
- We offer CEUs for RNs, RDNs, and IBCLCs.
- A Virtual Trade Show running the full conference week with links to company videos and materials, live chat, and meeting opportunities.
- Popular activities include the trade show scavenger hunt, daily contests, and health and wellness activities.
- Preconference offerings Monday, May 6, 2024, 8:30 am – 12:30 pm:
Questions?
- For attendee registration, please contact Vanessa Garcia at vgarcia@calwic.org.
- For trade show sponsor and exhibitor, please contact Teresa Morris at tmorris@calwic.org.
- For all other questions, please contact Lena Workman at lworkman@calwic.org.
Who is this conference for?
Registered Dietitian Nutritionists (RDNs), Lactation Consultants (IBCLCs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Students in nutrition and public health-related studies, WIC professionals, Maternal and Child Health and Social Services Professionals, Community Health Workers (CHWs), Doulas, and Community Partners supporting and nurturing California families.
Conference sessions will be both live and on-demand, with all speakers available for live discussion and online access during their scheduled presentation time. Attendees can also return at a later date and watch all presentations and check out trade show materials on the conference platform until July 10th, 2024.
Attendees: You must register for the conference with your own email address to access the Virtual Conference Platform for all sessions, activities, prize drawings, and continuing education units. This conference will provide approximately 30 CE units for RDNs, IBCLCs, and RNs. We will share detailed instructions on how to access and navigate the platform prior to the event.
For additional information and registration, please see https://calwic.org/events/annual-conference-trade-show/.
BreastfeedLA, in partnership with LA Best Babies Network, is excited to announce the first of two FREE webinars aimed to empower home visiting staff to better support the families we serve.
Webinar 2: Lactation Accommodations and Paid Leave Rights
- Date: May 29, 2024
- Time: 10:00am – 12:00pm
- Description: This specialized training addresses the essential topic of lactation accommodation and paid leave rights tailored for home visitors who support families. It navigates the intricacies of accommodating lactating workers, particularly in the context where resources and space may be limited. Furthermore, it examines the rights of immigrant workers and those in nontraditional or difficult workplaces, clarifying their eligibility for paid leave and avenues for recourse if their rights are infringed upon. Through this targeted training, home visitors will be empowered with the knowledge and strategies necessary to advocate for equitable workplace practices and support the families they serve effectively.
- Register Here: https://commonspirit.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_3f5yXHCYSoiXLc_2mlyGdA#/registration
Beyond The Basics: Advanced Strategies for LGBTQ+ Lactation Care with Liam Kali, LM
On July 25, 2024 from 10:00 am PST to 12:00 pm PST, BreastfeedLA presents Beyond the Basics: Advanced Strategies for LGBTQ+ Lactation Care, a LIVE webinar led by Liam Kali, LM an authoritative resource on LGBTQ+ family building, therapeutic donor insemination, and gender inclusive reproductive care. Explore how to provide appropriate lactation care for LGBTQ+ individuals. It’s about more than just using inclusive language addressing people with the correct pronouns. This workshop goes beyond the basics and helps participants understand approaches to providing LGBTQ+ specific care.
Participants will be awarded 1.75 L-CERPS & 2.0 Contact Hours.
Register here!
Discover the nuances of providing lactation care for LGBTQ+ individuals in “Beyond The Basics: Advanced Strategies for LGBTQ+ Lactation Support” webinar on July 25, 2024, from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM PST, featuring Liam Kali (they/he), Licensed Midwife.
Drawing from Liam’s vast experience providing midwifery care and lactation management to LGBTQ+ families, this session transcends the basics, offering participants profound insights into tailored approaches to LGBTQ+ specific care.
Objectives
- Understand how to support co-lactation in queer couples.
- Recognize the benefits and struggles of lactation induction for trans women.
- Appreciate the complexities of lactation for transmasculine and nonbinary people.
Whether you’re a healthcare professional, educator, parent, or advocate, this session promises invaluable insights into fostering inclusive environments and delivering ethical, effective care to LGBTQ+ communities.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your practice and support LGBTQ+ families on their journey to parenthood.
The recording of this event will be sent to all registrants approximately 2 weeks after the live event, and available for viewing for up to 1 year after the live event.