Webinar: Breast Feeding for the Health and Future of Our Nation

Breast Feeding for the Health and Future of Our Nation

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Webinar Description :

This webinar will help service providers support Aboriginal women with the art of breastfeeding .  The following points will be discussed:

  • Information about Aboriginal traditions around breastfeeding.
  • Information about why breastfeeding is important.
  • Information about how breastfeeding can help heal intergenerational trauma.
  • Practical tips on how to help Aboriginal women get started and continue to breastfeed.
  • Information and resources that your clients may find helpful.

Participants are encouraged to consult the resource Breastfeeding for the Health and Future of Our Nation before participating in the webinar.

Requirements:

A telephone line and high-speed internet are required to participate in the webinar.  A toll-free number will be provided.  Connection details will be provided 2 days prior to the webinar. 

Registration Fee:

The webinar is free to all participants.

Download and complete the registration form and fax it to us at 416-408-2122.

Speaker:

Stephanie MacDonald
Oneida, Aboriginal Midwife, IBCLC,
Community Breastfeeding Coordinator, Six Nations

For inquiries about registration, contact:
Roshni Juttun: r.juttun@healthnexus.ca or 1-800-397-9567 ext. 2336; or 416-408-2249 ext. 2336

For content inquiries, contact:
Dianne Rogers : d.rogers@healthnexus.ca   or 1-800-397-9567; or 416-408-2249 ext. 2223